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Mazda B Series

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,500 cc

161 EVJMOT history

161 EVJ is a red diesel Mazda B Series first used on 20 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 79,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,547 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
161 EVJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mazda
Model
B Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

161 EVJ was last recorded at 79,547 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,877 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
670 miles
Average per year
2,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,547 miles
  • 2025 – 78,877 miles
  • 2021 – 72,658 miles
  • 2018 – 70,241 miles
  • 2017 – 68,050 miles
  • 2016 – 66,736 miles
  • 2015 – 64,864 miles
  • 2014 – 62,381 miles
  • 2013 – 58,125 miles
  • 2012 – 53,554 miles
  • 2011 – 48,833 miles
  • 2010 – 40,297 miles
  • 2009 – 36,786 miles
  • 2008 – 34,938 miles
  • 2007 – 32,058 miles
  • 2006 – 29,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,547 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,547 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,547 miles
    Test number
    943607816747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    609121780109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,877 miles (+6,219)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    793816501091
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass72,658 miles (+2,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,658 miles
    Test number
    941452628483
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass70,241 miles (+2,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,241 miles
    Test number
    739753737854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass68,050 miles (+1,314)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,050 miles
    Test number
    829639232039
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  7. Pass66,736 miles (+1,872)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,736 miles
    Test number
    115628180116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,864 miles (+2,483)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,864 miles
    Test number
    545675920799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,381 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,381 miles
    Test number
    588642634286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,125 miles (+4,571)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,125 miles
    Test number
    789635853222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,554 miles (+4,721)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,554 miles
    Test number
    265688852224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,833 miles (+95)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,833 miles
    Test number
    519922551232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  13. Fail48,738 miles (+8,441)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,738 miles
    Test number
    545919741274
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Pass40,297 miles (+3,511)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    40,297 miles
    Test number
    140750730263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,786 miles (+1,848)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,786 miles
    Test number
    580676709200
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass34,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,938 miles
    Test number
    361231918448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,938 miles (+2,880)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,938 miles
    Test number
    811411418250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
  18. Pass32,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,058 miles
    Test number
    570333957059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,058 miles (+2,159)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,058 miles
    Test number
    330790357038
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  20. Pass29,899 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,899 miles
    Test number
    593061256025
    • NoteSlight front brake in imbalance

Questions about 161 EVJ

What vehicle is registration 161 EVJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 161 EVJ on a red diesel Mazda B Series first used on 20 Apr 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 161 EVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 161 EVJ is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 161 EVJ?
The MOT on 161 EVJ is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 161 EVJ done?
161 EVJ was recorded at 79,547 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 2,460 miles a year.
Has 161 EVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 161 EVJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on 161 EVJ 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 161 EVJ find?
161 EVJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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