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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 1,839 cc

L65 NBVMOT history

L65 NBV is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

L65 NBV silver 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 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
137,381 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L65 NBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L65 NBV was last recorded at 137,381 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,074 miles · 5 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
307 miles
Average per year
3,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,381 miles
  • 2024 – 133,820 miles
  • 2023 – 131,593 miles
  • 2022 – 128,922 miles
  • 2021 – 126,264 miles
  • 2020 – 123,951 miles
  • 2019 – 121,626 miles
  • 2018 – 120,331 miles
  • 2017 – 112,375 miles
  • 2016 – 110,085 miles
  • 2015 – 108,370 miles
  • 2014 – 106,765 miles
  • 2013 – 104,999 miles
  • 2012 – 104,019 miles
  • 2011 – 103,144 miles
  • 2010 – 99,407 miles
  • 2009 – 94,436 miles
  • 2008 – 84,601 miles
  • 2007 – 77,855 miles
  • 2006 – 72,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,381 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,381 miles (+307)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    137,381 miles
    Test number
    271990598880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail137,074 miles (+3,254)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,074 miles
    Test number
    491881589452
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass133,820 miles (+2,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    133,820 miles
    Test number
    262523114925
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,593 miles (+2,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    131,593 miles
    Test number
    627107740512
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,922 miles (+2,658)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    128,922 miles
    Test number
    871208752686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,264 miles (+2,313)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    126,264 miles
    Test number
    535303670314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,951 miles (+2,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,951 miles
    Test number
    121937313499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass121,626 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,626 miles
    Test number
    792627151767
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail121,626 miles (+1,295)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,626 miles
    Test number
    804810416903
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion on underbody

  10. Pass120,331 miles (+7,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,331 miles
    Test number
    897207242281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass112,375 miles (+2,290)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    112,375 miles
    Test number
    834381029949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,085 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,085 miles
    Test number
    860143587938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,370 miles (+1,605)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    108,370 miles
    Test number
    318240685180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,765 miles (+1,766)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,765 miles
    Test number
    699592884145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,999 miles (+980)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    104,999 miles
    Test number
    216410773450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,019 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    104,019 miles
    Test number
    539032172169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass103,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    103,144 miles
    Test number
    169121581118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail103,144 miles (+3,737)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,144 miles
    Test number
    737451681116
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass99,407 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,407 miles
    Test number
    203336440171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,323 miles (+4,887)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,323 miles
    Test number
    311770840197
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass94,436 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    94,436 miles
    Test number
    523744979154
    • NoteFront pads wearing thin
    • NoteRear pads wearing thin

  22. Fail94,435 miles (+9,834)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,435 miles
    Test number
    804584879151
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • NoteFront pads wearing thin
    • NoteRear pads wearing thin

  23. Pass84,601 miles (+6,746)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    84,601 miles
    Test number
    510617978183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass77,855 miles (+5,596)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    77,855 miles
    Test number
    761202117234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass72,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    72,259 miles
    Test number
    384975206299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L65 NBV

Does L65 NBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L65 NBV is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L65 NBV?
The MOT on L65 NBV is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L65 NBV done?
L65 NBV was recorded at 137,381 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 3,358 miles a year.
Has L65 NBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L65 NBV has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L65 NBV 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 L65 NBV find?
L65 NBV passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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