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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

P199 PNBMOT history

P199 PNB is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 23 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 117,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

P199 PNB green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2024
Mileage
117,394 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P199 PNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
23 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P199 PNB was last recorded at 117,394 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,264 miles · 27 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
130 miles
Average per year
3,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,394 miles
  • 2022 – 117,264 miles
  • 2021 – 116,627 miles
  • 2020 – 116,627 miles
  • 2019 – 114,694 miles
  • 2018 – 111,182 miles
  • 2017 – 106,541 miles
  • 2016 – 101,923 miles
  • 2015 – 97,582 miles
  • 2014 – 95,361 miles
  • 2013 – 93,287 miles
  • 2012 – 91,544 miles
  • 2011 – 86,817 miles
  • 2010 – 82,497 miles
  • 2009 – 78,449 miles
  • 2008 – 73,291 miles
  • 2007 – 68,394 miles
  • 2006 – 62,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,394 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and marked/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components showing significant signs of corrosion/rust build up (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower wing panel corroded/insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking down tread patterns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and marked/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components showing significant signs of corrosion/rust build up (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Outer sill slightly corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,394 miles (+130)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,394 miles
    Test number
    146102190329
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and marked/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components showing significant signs of corrosion/rust build up (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower wing panel corroded/insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking down tread patterns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and marked/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components showing significant signs of corrosion/rust build up (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass117,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    117,264 miles
    Test number
    886642992024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail117,264 miles (+637)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,264 miles
    Test number
    668149994059
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust cat missing totally (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass116,627 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,627 miles
    Test number
    362734524387
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE UNDERSEALED ON SILLS

  5. Fail116,627 miles (+1,933)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,627 miles
    Test number
    293381344991
    • DangerousSuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected FRONT AND REAR FLOOR TO SILL BACKS. (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded TO FLEXI (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass114,694 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,694 miles
    Test number
    968209618436
    • AdvisoryDRIVERS SEAT BELT FRAYED
    • AdvisoryWELDING MINIMAL AND POOR STANDARD

  7. Fail114,681 miles (+3,499)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,681 miles
    Test number
    880864846145
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced O/S AND N/S FLOORS HOLED AND CORRODED (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced O/S SILL AND SILL BACK CORRODED AT REAR (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) STEERING WHEEL LOOSE ? (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH FRONTS (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S SEAT BELT FRAYING

  8. Pass111,182 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    111,182 miles
    Test number
    675732603162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill slightly corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail111,182 miles (+4,641)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,182 miles
    Test number
    535549014996
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill slightly corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass106,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,541 miles
    Test number
    123645923166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail106,538 miles (+4,615)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,538 miles
    Test number
    834214288709
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill back (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass101,923 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,923 miles
    Test number
    735553404895
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn outside

  13. Fail101,919 miles (+4,337)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,919 miles
    Test number
    121308286713
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn outside

  14. Pass97,582 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,582 miles
    Test number
    549622876634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,579 miles (+2,218)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,579 miles
    Test number
    286217315230
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass95,361 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,361 miles
    Test number
    308542734482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail95,344 miles (+2,057)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,344 miles
    Test number
    857100234235
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSteering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  18. Pass93,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,287 miles
    Test number
    219884433204
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail93,287 miles (+1,743)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,287 miles
    Test number
    815524733262
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass91,544 miles (+109)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    91,544 miles
    Test number
    169683422258
    • NoteN/s/r outer sill corroded
    • NoteN/s/r wheel arch corrosion
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear inner wheel arches corroded
    • NoteO/s/r outer sill corroded
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arch corrosion
    • NotePatches welded to underside of vehicle

  21. Fail91,435 miles (+4,618)4 dangerous8 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,435 miles
    Test number
    267376902251
    • DangerousCentre Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r outer sill corrosion
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear inner wheel arches corroded
    • NoteO/s/r outer sill corrosion
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arch corrosion

  22. Pass86,817 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    86,817 miles
    Test number
    285632701268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil level low, topped up before test carried out
    • NoteRear suspension components rusty

  23. Fail86,817 miles (+4,320)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,817 miles
    Test number
    756592201274
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r puncture
    • NoteOil level low, topped up before test carried out
    • NoteRear suspension components rusty

  24. Fail82,497 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,497 miles
    Test number
    300820500257
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  25. Pass82,497 miles (+4,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,497 miles
    Test number
    402330100201
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  26. Pass78,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    78,449 miles
    Test number
    351971809201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail78,449 miles (+5,158)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,449 miles
    Test number
    373991909422
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail73,291 miles7 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,291 miles
    Test number
    250519198189
    • Repaired at testCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass73,291 miles (+4,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    73,291 miles
    Test number
    603199998145
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass68,394 miles (+6,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,394 miles
    Test number
    273450507252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass62,019 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    62,019 miles
    Test number
    734553506255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail62,017 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,017 miles
    Test number
    802059996118
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about P199 PNB

Does P199 PNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P199 PNB expired on 29 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P199 PNB?
The MOT on P199 PNB expired on 29 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P199 PNB done?
P199 PNB was recorded at 117,394 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 3,349 miles a year.
Has P199 PNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P199 PNB has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on P199 PNB 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 P199 PNB find?
P199 PNB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rusty and marked/pitted; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components showing significant signs of corrosion/rust build up; nearside front lower wing panel corroded/insecure, and 3 more.

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