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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y872 WSTMOT history

Y872 WST is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 84,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2024.

Y872 WST silver 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 17 Jan 2025
Mileage
84,923 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 WST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 WST was last recorded at 84,923 miles on 18 Jan 2024, 5,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,475 miles · 7 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5,448 miles
Average per year
2,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 84,923 miles
  • 2023 – 79,475 miles
  • 2022 – 76,364 miles
  • 2021 – 76,285 miles
  • 2019 – 70,580 miles
  • 2018 – 67,787 miles
  • 2017 – 65,756 miles
  • 2016 – 62,781 miles
  • 2015 – 59,175 miles
  • 2014 – 57,288 miles
  • 2013 – 55,458 miles
  • 2012 – 52,955 miles
  • 2011 – 50,262 miles
  • 2010 – 46,200 miles
  • 2009 – 41,492 miles
  • 2008 – 40,996 miles
  • 2007 – 39,942 miles
  • 2006 – 36,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,923 miles
  • AdvisoryHas slight corrosion under body and sills

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,923 miles (+5,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,923 miles
    Test number
    701411705932
    • AdvisoryHas slight corrosion under body and sills

  2. Pass79,475 miles (+3,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,475 miles
    Test number
    959836479615
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on sills

  3. Pass76,364 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,364 miles
    Test number
    722727336494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,285 miles (+5,705)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,285 miles
    Test number
    133508602822
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection of all underside components

  5. Pass70,580 miles (+2,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,580 miles
    Test number
    922611854051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill corroded badly (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,787 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,787 miles
    Test number
    881623932026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted at time of test

  7. Fail67,787 miles (+2,031)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,787 miles
    Test number
    834058732886
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill and wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted at time of test

  8. Pass65,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,756 miles
    Test number
    755462440470
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis corrosion

  9. Fail65,756 miles (+2,975)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,756 miles
    Test number
    261446004971
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis corrosion

  10. Pass62,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,781 miles
    Test number
    305236542778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,781 miles (+3,606)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,781 miles
    Test number
    432503994953
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass59,175 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,175 miles
    Test number
    307088835178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,288 miles (+1,830)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,288 miles
    Test number
    285162644435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass55,458 miles (+2,503)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,458 miles
    Test number
    366471153149
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass52,955 miles (+2,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,955 miles
    Test number
    136093152116
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail50,262 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,262 miles
    Test number
    525913051179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass50,262 miles (+4,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,262 miles
    Test number
    896733251178
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass46,200 miles (+4,708)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,200 miles
    Test number
    414650960113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,492 miles (+496)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,492 miles
    Test number
    352114659189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,996 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,996 miles
    Test number
    663070658326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,942 miles (+3,602)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    39,942 miles
    Test number
    514436247396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,340 miles
    Test number
    560273166303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y872 WST

Does Y872 WST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y872 WST expired on 17 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y872 WST?
The MOT on Y872 WST expired on 17 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y872 WST done?
Y872 WST was recorded at 84,923 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2024, an average of 2,849 miles a year.
Has Y872 WST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 WST has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on Y872 WST 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 Y872 WST find?
Y872 WST passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2024 with 1 advisory: has slight corrosion under body and sills.

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