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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,798 cc

Y40 NOTMOT history

Y40 NOT is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

Y40 NOT red Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,570 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y40 NOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y40 NOT was last recorded at 82,570 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,570 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,570 miles
  • 2025 – 81,657 miles
  • 2024 – 80,286 miles
  • 2023 – 78,735 miles
  • 2022 – 76,960 miles
  • 2021 – 74,541 miles
  • 2020 – 72,963 miles
  • 2019 – 69,828 miles
  • 2018 – 67,084 miles
  • 2017 – 64,141 miles
  • 2016 – 62,175 miles
  • 2015 – 59,236 miles
  • 2014 – 54,143 miles
  • 2013 – 47,134 miles
  • 2012 – 36,204 miles
  • 2011 – 29,804 miles
  • 2010 – 26,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,570 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion across the entire vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear camber arm ball joint dust cover

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear camber arm ball joint dust cover

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • All parts and components are corroded under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,570 miles
    Test number
    165495604385
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion across the entire vehicle

  2. Fail82,570 miles (+913)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,570 miles
    Test number
    708291236248
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer rear sill has a hole (sill covers fitted) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer rear sill has a hole (sill covers fitted) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion across the entire vehicle

  3. Pass81,657 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,657 miles
    Test number
    487670207706
    • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear camber arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear camber arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  4. Fail81,656 miles (+1,370)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,656 miles
    Test number
    647062485196
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in Nearside Rear inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in offside Rear inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear camber arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear camber arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass80,286 miles (+1,551)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    80,286 miles
    Test number
    437490707290
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass78,735 miles (+1,775)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    156641261550
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective 18" (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass76,960 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,960 miles
    Test number
    248564173381
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail76,958 miles (+2,417)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,958 miles
    Test number
    505527755043
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Central/rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass74,541 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,541 miles
    Test number
    319567447774
    • AdvisoryAll parts and components are corroded under vehicle

  10. Fail74,534 miles (+1,571)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,534 miles
    Test number
    296205353119
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll parts and components are corroded under vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Support bar to subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Support bar to subframe

  11. Pass72,963 miles (+3,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,963 miles
    Test number
    367660908195
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass69,828 miles (+2,744)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,828 miles
    Test number
    270643160548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass67,084 miles (+2,943)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    67,084 miles
    Test number
    505395638417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,141 miles
    Test number
    888198820572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,140 miles (+1,965)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,140 miles
    Test number
    699565954183
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass62,175 miles (+2,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    62,175 miles
    Test number
    208644590501
    • AdvisoryFront very slight play in both rear antiroll bar drop links

  17. Pass59,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,236 miles
    Test number
    495297455796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail59,236 miles (+5,093)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,236 miles
    Test number
    286068064349
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass54,143 miles (+7,009)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,143 miles
    Test number
    399840614305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,134 miles (+5,023)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,134 miles
    Test number
    707498313394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,111 miles (+5,907)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,111 miles
    Test number
    445281913087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass36,204 miles (+6,400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,204 miles
    Test number
    277465702046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass29,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,804 miles
    Test number
    427967511053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,800 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,800 miles
    Test number
    369837211066
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail29,800 miles (+2,843)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,800 miles
    Test number
    117532011434
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass26,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    26,957 miles
    Test number
    462777610107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y40 NOT

Does Y40 NOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y40 NOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y40 NOT?
The MOT on Y40 NOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y40 NOT done?
Y40 NOT was recorded at 82,570 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 3,381 miles a year.
Has Y40 NOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y40 NOT has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y40 NOT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y40 NOT find?
Y40 NOT passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: underbody corrosion across the entire vehicle.

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