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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y896 WGHMOT history

Y896 WGH is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

Y896 WGH green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
101,573 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 WGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 WGH was last recorded at 101,573 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,153 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
420 miles
Average per year
3,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,573 miles
  • 2021 – 101,153 miles
  • 2020 – 100,936 miles
  • 2019 – 100,380 miles
  • 2018 – 99,584 miles
  • 2017 – 98,251 miles
  • 2014 – 87,823 miles
  • 2013 – 71,747 miles
  • 2012 – 58,535 miles
  • 2011 – 46,104 miles
  • 2010 – 38,611 miles
  • 2009 – 34,513 miles
  • 2008 – 30,302 miles
  • 2007 – 26,109 miles
  • 2006 – 22,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,573 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Surface corrosion to all suspension components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,573 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    101,573 miles
    Test number
    5727649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,153 miles (+217)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,153 miles
    Test number
    331318879799
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to outer sills.

  3. Pass100,936 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,936 miles
    Test number
    328371043861
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all suspension components.

  4. Fail100,936 miles (+556)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,936 miles
    Test number
    410758710821
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all suspension components.

  5. Pass100,380 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,380 miles
    Test number
    907805098550
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis legs corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail100,380 miles (+796)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,380 miles
    Test number
    208977314759
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis legs corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass99,584 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    99,584 miles
    Test number
    155959914846
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low on tread

  8. Fail99,582 miles (+1,331)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,582 miles
    Test number
    959987715934
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low on tread

  9. Pass98,251 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,251 miles
    Test number
    774183170880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail98,235 miles (+10,412)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,235 miles
    Test number
    713808210521
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass87,823 miles (+16,076)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    87,823 miles
    Test number
    425044064450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,747 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,747 miles
    Test number
    125054963386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,706 miles (+13,171)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,706 miles
    Test number
    356237553306
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass58,535 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,535 miles
    Test number
    528746262301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,496 miles (+12,392)4 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,496 miles
    Test number
    685695352346
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass46,104 miles (+3,220)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    46,104 miles
    Test number
    749256951318
    • NoteNic out off offside front outer wall tyre

  17. Pass42,884 miles (+4,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    42,884 miles
    Test number
    679333931095
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass38,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    38,611 miles
    Test number
    381506750030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,610 miles (+4,097)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,610 miles
    Test number
    181886850465
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEngine o/heating at test

  20. Pass34,513 miles (+4,211)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,513 miles
    Test number
    181765639428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,302 miles (+4,193)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,302 miles
    Test number
    230325048005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,109 miles (+3,370)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    26,109 miles
    Test number
    350620447001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    22,739 miles
    Test number
    434683356044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y896 WGH

Does Y896 WGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 WGH is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y896 WGH?
The MOT on Y896 WGH is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 WGH done?
Y896 WGH was recorded at 101,573 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,867 miles a year.
Has Y896 WGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 WGH has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y896 WGH 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 Y896 WGH find?
Y896 WGH passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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