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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y892 TAWMOT history

Y892 TAW is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 96,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2024.

Y892 TAW black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2025
Mileage
96,751 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y892 TAW
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
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y892 TAW was last recorded at 96,751 miles on 26 Oct 2024, 5,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,003 miles · 10 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,748 miles
Average per year
2,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,751 miles
  • 2023 – 91,003 miles
  • 2022 – 87,352 miles
  • 2021 – 66,065 miles
  • 2020 – 64,688 miles
  • 2019 – 64,602 miles
  • 2018 – 63,264 miles
  • 2017 – 62,239 miles
  • 2016 – 61,568 miles
  • 2015 – 61,171 miles
  • 2014 – 60,736 miles
  • 2012 – 60,467 miles
  • 2011 – 59,834 miles
  • 2010 – 58,091 miles
  • 2008 – 54,803 miles
  • 2007 – 50,402 miles
  • 2006 – 45,191 miles
  • 2005 – 40,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,751 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,751 miles (+5,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,751 miles
    Test number
    830276513315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,003 miles (+3,651)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,003 miles
    Test number
    908498402451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,352 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,352 miles
    Test number
    440688289720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail87,352 miles (+21,287)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,352 miles
    Test number
    991109340994
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass66,065 miles (+1,377)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,065 miles
    Test number
    384257638532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,688 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    64,688 miles
    Test number
    736307378310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,602 miles (+1,338)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,602 miles
    Test number
    785228120634
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Quarter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded
    • AdvisorySide reflectors missing

  8. Pass63,264 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,264 miles
    Test number
    191946754312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOff side front brake binding slightly .
    • AdvisoryRear brake disks corroded.

  9. Fail63,264 miles (+1,025)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,264 miles
    Test number
    641907013610
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOff side front brake binding slightly .
    • AdvisoryRear brake disks corroded.

  10. Pass62,239 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,239 miles
    Test number
    600067881691
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION
    • AdvisoryEXTENSIVE SURFACE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE PERISHED
    • AdvisoryO/S/F INNER WHEEL RIM DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryO/S/R INNER WHEEL RIM DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryPOSSIBLE PUNCTURE IN N/S/F TYRE

  11. Fail62,239 miles (+671)1 failure1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,239 miles
    Test number
    100615747106
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION
    • AdvisoryEXTENSIVE SURFACE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE PERISHED
    • AdvisoryO/S/F INNER WHEEL RIM DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryO/S/R INNER WHEEL RIM DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryPOSSIBLE PUNCTURE IN N/S/F TYRE

  12. Pass61,568 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,568 miles
    Test number
    838373006781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,562 miles (+391)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,562 miles
    Test number
    761136838560
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass61,171 miles (+435)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,171 miles
    Test number
    285356295153
    • NoteCorrosion in rear exhaust.not leaking

  15. Pass60,736 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,736 miles
    Test number
    915595204226
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll suspesion components for corrosion

  16. Fail60,735 miles (+268)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,735 miles
    Test number
    987805674112
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass60,467 miles (+633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,467 miles
    Test number
    315978122404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass59,834 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    815635541202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking

  19. Fail59,834 miles (+1,743)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    359385341290
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking

  20. Pass58,091 miles (+3,288)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,091 miles
    Test number
    163266350002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,803 miles (+4,401)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    54,803 miles
    Test number
    674642948226
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass50,402 miles (+5,211)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,402 miles
    Test number
    822604957270
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass45,191 miles (+1,693)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,191 miles
    Test number
    701161866200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,498 miles (+2,907)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    43,498 miles
    Test number
    164254426484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    40,591 miles
    Test number
    853384675179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y892 TAW

Does Y892 TAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y892 TAW expired on 25 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y892 TAW?
The MOT on Y892 TAW expired on 25 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y892 TAW done?
Y892 TAW was recorded at 96,751 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2024, an average of 2,903 miles a year.
Has Y892 TAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y892 TAW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y892 TAW 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 Y892 TAW find?
Y892 TAW passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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