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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,839 cc

Y881 ADUMOT history

Y881 ADU is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2025.

Y881 ADU 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 21 Jul 2026
Mileage
90,041 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 ADU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 ADU was last recorded at 90,041 miles on 10 Jul 2025, 847 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,194 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
847 miles
Average per year
3,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,041 miles
  • 2024 – 89,194 miles
  • 2023 – 88,127 miles
  • 2021 – 83,842 miles
  • 2020 – 82,060 miles
  • 2019 – 77,043 miles
  • 2018 – 67,860 miles
  • 2017 – 62,271 miles
  • 2016 – 60,127 miles
  • 2015 – 56,772 miles
  • 2014 – 53,866 miles
  • 2013 – 51,443 miles
  • 2012 – 49,154 miles
  • 2011 – 45,941 miles
  • 2010 – 43,167 miles
  • 2009 – 40,136 miles
  • 2008 – 36,298 miles
  • 2007 – 32,774 miles
  • 2006 – 28,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,041 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Surface corrosion to nearside and offside rear outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,041 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    90,041 miles
    Test number
    4537755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,194 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    89,194 miles
    Test number
    3329964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,127 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    88,127 miles
    Test number
    2096275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,056 miles (+4,214)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,056 miles
    Test number
    1900153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,842 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    83,842 miles
    Test number
    240365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,060 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,060 miles
    Test number
    699984375961
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail82,060 miles (+5,017)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,060 miles
    Test number
    517597363440
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  8. Pass77,043 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,043 miles
    Test number
    121933770676
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill , Strong advise (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail77,043 miles (+9,183)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,043 miles
    Test number
    337792802188
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill , Strong advise (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,860 miles (+5,589)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    67,860 miles
    Test number
    858596737365
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass62,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,271 miles
    Test number
    783247482049
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to nearside and offside rear outer sill

  12. Fail62,271 miles (+2,144)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,271 miles
    Test number
    316590738837
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to nearside and offside rear outer sill

  13. Pass60,127 miles (+3,355)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,127 miles
    Test number
    578246335610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass56,772 miles (+2,906)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,772 miles
    Test number
    555259195099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass53,866 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,866 miles
    Test number
    485395004169
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail53,866 miles (+2,423)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,866 miles
    Test number
    445030204183
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass51,443 miles (+2,289)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,443 miles
    Test number
    107017383086
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass49,154 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,154 miles
    Test number
    169543492412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,941 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,941 miles
    Test number
    548500391083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,167 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,167 miles
    Test number
    193167690477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,136 miles (+3,838)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,136 miles
    Test number
    344039599051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,298 miles (+3,524)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,298 miles
    Test number
    104823898447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,774 miles (+4,094)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,774 miles
    Test number
    294292307462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,680 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,680 miles
    Test number
    103341206143
    • NoteSee vt32 282821806487

  25. Fail28,680 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,680 miles
    Test number
    282821806487
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y881 ADU

Does Y881 ADU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y881 ADU expired on 21 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y881 ADU?
The MOT on Y881 ADU expired on 21 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y881 ADU done?
Y881 ADU was recorded at 90,041 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2025, an average of 3,188 miles a year.
Has Y881 ADU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 ADU has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y881 ADU 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 Y881 ADU find?
Y881 ADU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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