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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y46 PAPMOT history

Y46 PAP is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2022.

Y46 PAP black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2023
Mileage
97,674 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2022
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y46 PAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2023
Latest MOT test
9 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y46 PAP was last recorded at 97,674 miles on 9 May 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,662 miles · 6 May 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,674 miles
  • 2021 – 96,502 miles
  • 2018 – 95,735 miles
  • 2017 – 94,844 miles
  • 2016 – 94,112 miles
  • 2015 – 91,652 miles
  • 2014 – 88,436 miles
  • 2009 – 52,667 miles
  • 2008 – 45,730 miles
  • 2007 – 42,786 miles
  • 2006 – 39,376 miles
  • 2005 – 34,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,674 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheelarch / chassis leg

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,674 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,674 miles
    Test number
    989975840311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail97,662 miles (+1,160)2 dangerous2 major3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,662 miles
    Test number
    502939842905
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass96,502 miles (+767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,502 miles
    Test number
    914401908907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass95,735 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,735 miles
    Test number
    797688116722
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheelarch / chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,685 miles (+841)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,685 miles
    Test number
    981687923670
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheelarch / chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheelarch / chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,844 miles (+732)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,844 miles
    Test number
    860842419040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,112 miles (+2,460)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,112 miles
    Test number
    800471430094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,652 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    91,652 miles
    Test number
    280519886759
    • AdvisorySlight damage to sidewalls of front tyres
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryVarious slight surface corrsion to chassis, suspension and brake components
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes and boots purishing

  9. Fail91,652 miles (+81)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,652 miles
    Test number
    389015345453
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDamage to the sidewall of the offside front tyre is not considered excessive
    • NoteDipstick broken
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil level on minimum
    • NoteSurface corrosion in chassis sections and floors
    • NoteSuspension components rusty

  10. Fail91,571 miles (+3,135)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,571 miles
    Test number
    659565715263
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVarious chassis surface corrosion
    • NoteVarious rubber suspension/brake components are purishing/worn

  11. Fail88,436 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,436 miles
    Test number
    606329704256
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass88,436 miles (+35,769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,436 miles
    Test number
    646209304286
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass52,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,667 miles
    Test number
    550865239124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,667 miles (+6,937)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,667 miles
    Test number
    233694839100
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass45,730 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,730 miles
    Test number
    680400048156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,786 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,786 miles
    Test number
    284521927110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,376 miles (+5,106)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,376 miles
    Test number
    340904136219
    • NoteRight hand tyre nail in tread

  18. Pass34,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    34,270 miles
    Test number
    372036715255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y46 PAP

Does Y46 PAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y46 PAP expired on 8 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y46 PAP?
The MOT on Y46 PAP expired on 8 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y46 PAP done?
Y46 PAP was recorded at 97,674 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2022, an average of 3,783 miles a year.
Has Y46 PAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y46 PAP has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y46 PAP 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 Y46 PAP find?
Y46 PAP passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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