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Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour · Petrol · 2011 · 1,999 cc

Y8 SVAMOT history

Y8 SVA is a multi-colour petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 53,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

Y8 SVA multi-colour 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 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
53,326 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 SVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 SVA was last recorded at 53,326 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 3,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,548 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,778 miles
Average per year
3,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,326 miles
  • 2024 – 42,808 miles
  • 2023 – 42,732 miles
  • 2021 – 40,783 miles
  • 2020 – 38,921 miles
  • 2019 – 37,455 miles
  • 2018 – 35,242 miles
  • 2017 – 32,960 miles
  • 2015 – 23,183 miles
  • 2014 – 18,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,326 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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,326 miles (+3,778)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    53,326 miles
    Test number
    740972287585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass49,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    49,548 miles
    Test number
    668231877495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail49,548 miles (+6,740)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,548 miles
    Test number
    762811165676
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced Subframe brace excessively corroded (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass42,808 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    42,808 miles
    Test number
    346610193377
    • AdvisoryCar is undersealed which prevents further inspection

  5. Pass42,732 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    42,732 miles
    Test number
    167604787280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,783 miles (+1,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    40,783 miles
    Test number
    168334422117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass38,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    38,921 miles
    Test number
    343218111763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail38,921 miles (+1,466)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,921 miles
    Test number
    692458701161
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  9. Pass37,455 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,455 miles
    Test number
    898352461961
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail37,455 miles (+2,213)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,455 miles
    Test number
    379077389007
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass35,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    35,242 miles
    Test number
    107360346200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,242 miles (+2,282)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,242 miles
    Test number
    361167764023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass32,960 miles (+9,777)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    32,960 miles
    Test number
    684955192618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass23,183 miles (+4,885)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,183 miles
    Test number
    152884633815
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

  15. Pass18,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    18,298 miles
    Test number
    625646834303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 SVA

Does Y8 SVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 SVA is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y8 SVA?
The MOT on Y8 SVA is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 SVA done?
Y8 SVA was recorded at 53,326 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 3,193 miles a year.
Has Y8 SVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 SVA has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y8 SVA 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 Y8 SVA find?
Y8 SVA passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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