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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y878 EKRMOT history

Y878 EKR is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2025 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 134,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2024.

Y878 EKR red 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 5 Apr 2025
Mileage
134,030 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 EKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y878 EKR was last recorded at 134,030 miles on 6 Apr 2024, 2,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,887 miles · 23 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,143 miles
Average per year
5,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 134,030 miles
  • 2023 – 131,887 miles
  • 2022 – 130,844 miles
  • 2021 – 129,592 miles
  • 2020 – 127,464 miles
  • 2019 – 124,297 miles
  • 2018 – 119,718 miles
  • 2017 – 113,896 miles
  • 2016 – 108,569 miles
  • 2015 – 103,656 miles
  • 2014 – 96,276 miles
  • 2013 – 88,151 miles
  • 2012 – 80,006 miles
  • 2011 – 71,809 miles
  • 2010 – 64,131 miles
  • 2009 – 59,512 miles
  • 2008 – 52,907 miles
  • 2007 – 43,753 miles
  • 2006 – 36,580 miles
  • 2005 – 30,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,030 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,030 miles (+2,143)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,030 miles
    Test number
    144302807964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass131,887 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,887 miles
    Test number
    615556228862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,844 miles (+1,252)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,844 miles
    Test number
    331767585715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,592 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    129,592 miles
    Test number
    342389063253
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion to both front chassis rails, not to excess. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Not to excess. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Slight signs of perishing to both rear tyres but not to excess. 185/60/14

  5. Fail129,592 miles (+2,128)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,592 miles
    Test number
    685857395187
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion to both front chassis rails, not to excess. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Not to excess. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Slight signs of perishing to both rear tyres but not to excess. 185/60/14

  6. Pass127,464 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    127,464 miles
    Test number
    432591937694
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Both front bottom ball joint boots showing slight signs of deterioration, not to excess.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak, not to excess. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail127,464 miles (+3,167)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,464 miles
    Test number
    161844747712
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Both front bottom ball joint boots showing slight signs of deterioration, not to excess.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak, not to excess. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass124,297 miles (+4,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    124,297 miles
    Test number
    939966124151
    • AdvisoryOFF SIDE REAR BRAKE CALIPER SLIGHTLY DAMP BUT NO LEAKS FOUND
    • AdvisorySLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW BUT NOT TO EXCESS

  9. Pass119,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    119,718 miles
    Test number
    548821253185
    • AdvisorySLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW FROM REAR BUT NOT TO EXCESS

  10. Fail119,718 miles (+5,822)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,718 miles
    Test number
    378664054832
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW FROM REAR BUT NOT TO EXCESS

  11. Pass113,896 miles (+5,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    113,896 miles
    Test number
    841121525757
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe's slighty corroded near flexy hoses

  12. Pass108,569 miles (+4,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    108,569 miles
    Test number
    197288432770
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes slightly corroded but not to excess

  13. Pass103,656 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    285836145163
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn but not to excess

  14. Fail103,656 miles (+7,380)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    769336945183
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn but not to excess

  15. Pass96,276 miles (+8,125)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,276 miles
    Test number
    209890864143
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass88,151 miles (+8,145)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,151 miles
    Test number
    765729453112
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • Note2 nails in near side rear tyre
    • NoteNear side front tyre perrished but not to excess

  17. Pass80,006 miles (+8,197)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    80,006 miles
    Test number
    877273662185
    • NoteO/s/r outer sill panel starting to corrode

  18. Fail71,809 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,809 miles
    Test number
    117430861151
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs inner face corroded but not to excess

  19. Pass71,809 miles (+7,678)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,809 miles
    Test number
    125430261150
    • NoteFront brake discs inner face corroded but not to excess

  20. Pass64,131 miles (+4,619)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,131 miles
    Test number
    752511660199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    59,512 miles
    Test number
    234487859433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,512 miles (+6,605)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,512 miles
    Test number
    284557659429
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass52,907 miles (+9,154)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,907 miles
    Test number
    963034068126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,753 miles (+7,173)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,753 miles
    Test number
    784422967137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished but not to excess.
    • NoteNear side front tyre wearing on outer edge

  25. Pass36,580 miles (+6,525)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,580 miles
    Test number
    973275766149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    30,055 miles
    Test number
    434083675158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 EKR

Does Y878 EKR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 EKR expired on 5 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 EKR?
The MOT on Y878 EKR expired on 5 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 EKR done?
Y878 EKR was recorded at 134,030 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2024, an average of 5,534 miles a year.
Has Y878 EKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 EKR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2021.
Has the mileage on Y878 EKR 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 Y878 EKR find?
Y878 EKR passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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