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Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour · Petrol · 2012 · 1,798 cc

Y5 MXRMOT history

Y5 MXR is a multi-colour petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 92,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

Y5 MXR multi-colour Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
92,851 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 MXR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 MXR was last recorded at 92,851 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,851 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,851 miles
  • 2025 – 90,538 miles
  • 2024 – 86,837 miles
  • 2023 – 82,669 miles
  • 2022 – 75,984 miles
  • 2021 – 68,628 miles
  • 2020 – 61,263 miles
  • 2019 – 54,293 miles
  • 2018 – 46,129 miles
  • 2017 – 42,609 miles
  • 2016 – 38,003 miles
  • 2015 – 32,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,851 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has been heavily undersealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has been heavily undersealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Black paint on under body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Underseal applied to underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,851 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    92,851 miles
    Test number
    680320864788
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has been heavily undersealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has been heavily undersealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail92,851 miles (+2,313)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,851 miles
    Test number
    924350340912
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor-sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has been heavily undersealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has been heavily undersealed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,538 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,538 miles
    Test number
    105671190897
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBlack paint on under body

  4. Fail90,535 miles (+3,698)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,535 miles
    Test number
    681811168664
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBlack paint on under body

  5. Pass86,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    86,837 miles
    Test number
    685770260120
    • AdvisoryUnderseal applied to underside of vehicle

  6. Fail86,837 miles (+1,008)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,837 miles
    Test number
    837582481712
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal applied to underside of vehicle

  7. Pass85,829 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,829 miles
    Test number
    245022237948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,669 miles (+6,685)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,669 miles
    Test number
    184310176751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass75,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    75,984 miles
    Test number
    265506005366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,984 miles (+7,356)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,984 miles
    Test number
    854557933496
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass68,628 miles (+7,365)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    68,628 miles
    Test number
    247099915428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,263 miles (+6,970)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    61,263 miles
    Test number
    268608306179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,293 miles (+8,164)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    54,293 miles
    Test number
    790355978401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,129 miles (+3,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,129 miles
    Test number
    141990186810
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass42,609 miles (+4,606)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,609 miles
    Test number
    688768390726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,003 miles (+5,648)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,003 miles
    Test number
    326214318084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,355 miles
    Test number
    738010845251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 MXR

Does Y5 MXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 MXR is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 MXR?
The MOT on Y5 MXR is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 MXR done?
Y5 MXR was recorded at 92,851 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 5,467 miles a year.
Has Y5 MXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 MXR has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 MXR 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 Y5 MXR find?
Y5 MXR passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has been heavily undersealed; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened has been heavily undersealed.

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