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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,598 cc

N225 MNWMOT history

N225 MNW is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 20 May 1996. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 54,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

N225 MNW 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 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
54,557 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N225 MNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
20 May 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N225 MNW was last recorded at 54,557 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,815 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
742 miles
Average per year
910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,557 miles
  • 2025 – 53,815 miles
  • 2024 – 52,596 miles
  • 2023 – 51,952 miles
  • 2022 – 51,554 miles
  • 2021 – 50,716 miles
  • 2020 – 49,277 miles
  • 2019 – 48,143 miles
  • 2017 – 47,439 miles
  • 2016 – 46,944 miles
  • 2015 – 46,857 miles
  • 2014 – 46,254 miles
  • 2013 – 45,196 miles
  • 2012 – 44,432 miles
  • 2011 – 43,850 miles
  • 2010 – 42,667 miles
  • 2009 – 41,494 miles
  • 2008 – 40,293 miles
  • 2006 – 36,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,557 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,557 miles (+742)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    54,557 miles
    Test number
    689785750577
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass53,815 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    53,815 miles
    Test number
    377767273319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass52,596 miles (+644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    52,596 miles
    Test number
    497784509337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Wing rusting

  4. Pass51,952 miles (+398)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    51,952 miles
    Test number
    547351033861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    51,554 miles
    Test number
    916577907672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail51,554 miles (+838)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,554 miles
    Test number
    938973517637
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits No cat fitted- now fitted (8.2.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass50,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    50,716 miles
    Test number
    584055814372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,716 miles (+1,439)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,716 miles
    Test number
    955339325862
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  9. Pass49,277 miles (+1,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    49,277 miles
    Test number
    190343773447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass48,143 miles (+704)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    48,143 miles
    Test number
    512087032187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass47,439 miles (+495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,439 miles
    Test number
    663862345535
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass46,944 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    46,944 miles
    Test number
    590706629927
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass46,857 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,857 miles
    Test number
    741577287130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail46,856 miles (+602)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,856 miles
    Test number
    786905950481
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass46,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    46,254 miles
    Test number
    249590534322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,254 miles (+1,058)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,254 miles
    Test number
    829238024329
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  17. Fail45,196 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,196 miles
    Test number
    468633833336
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass45,196 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    45,196 miles
    Test number
    869373433370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,432 miles (+582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,432 miles
    Test number
    358263852361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  20. Pass43,850 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    43,850 miles
    Test number
    656144551382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,667 miles (+1,173)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    42,667 miles
    Test number
    490338350410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,494 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,494 miles
    Test number
    641822449325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail41,494 miles (+1,201)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,494 miles
    Test number
    421652549411
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass40,293 miles (+2,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,293 miles
    Test number
    290998958377
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  25. Pass37,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,523 miles
    Test number
    562218558118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,523 miles (+1,453)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,523 miles
    Test number
    112146758193
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass36,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,070 miles
    Test number
    530332416139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail36,070 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,070 miles
    Test number
    120641516167
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about N225 MNW

Does N225 MNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N225 MNW is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on N225 MNW?
The MOT on N225 MNW is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N225 MNW done?
N225 MNW was recorded at 54,557 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 910 miles a year.
Has N225 MNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N225 MNW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on N225 MNW 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 N225 MNW find?
N225 MNW passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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