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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,840 cc

P236 NEXMOT history

P236 NEX is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 112,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

P236 NEX red 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 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
112,067 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P236 NEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P236 NEX was last recorded at 112,067 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,067 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,067 miles
  • 2025 – 111,701 miles
  • 2024 – 110,491 miles
  • 2023 – 109,123 miles
  • 2022 – 107,914 miles
  • 2021 – 106,258 miles
  • 2020 – 104,385 miles
  • 2019 – 103,112 miles
  • 2018 – 102,614 miles
  • 2014 – 102,522 miles
  • 2013 – 101,268 miles
  • 2012 – 99,901 miles
  • 2011 – 99,552 miles
  • 2010 – 99,073 miles
  • 2009 – 98,207 miles
  • 2008 – 95,110 miles
  • 2007 – 94,276 miles
  • 2006 – 92,479 miles
  • 2005 – 9,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,067 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Suspension bushes split but no excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    112,067 miles
    Test number
    590533882623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,067 miles (+366)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,067 miles
    Test number
    287805857396
    • DangerousElectrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks wiring connected to moving suspension parts (4.11 (c) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,701 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,701 miles
    Test number
    820235225834
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail111,701 miles (+56)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,701 miles
    Test number
    415742205138
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail111,645 miles (+1,154)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,645 miles
    Test number
    863258057819
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    110,491 miles
    Test number
    536432336737
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes split but no excessive movement

  7. Fail110,491 miles (+1,368)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,491 miles
    Test number
    124835009068
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension bushes split but no excessive movement

  8. Pass109,123 miles (+19)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    109,123 miles
    Test number
    298318114588
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Under bonnet (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  9. Fail109,104 miles (+1,190)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,104 miles
    Test number
    476380924719
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Under bonnet (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator cap

  10. Pass107,914 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    107,914 miles
    Test number
    974879641113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,258 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    106,258 miles
    Test number
    474284510706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail106,252 miles (+1,867)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,252 miles
    Test number
    588600028340
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass104,385 miles (+1,273)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    104,385 miles
    Test number
    589742467367
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  14. Pass103,112 miles (+498)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,112 miles
    Test number
    341037959098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,614 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,614 miles
    Test number
    225176105102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,522 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,522 miles
    Test number
    876356464283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass101,268 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    101,268 miles
    Test number
    356391463408
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail101,268 miles (+1,367)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,268 miles
    Test number
    387251963213
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass99,901 miles (+349)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    99,901 miles
    Test number
    986584862222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass99,552 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    99,552 miles
    Test number
    627201471288
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail99,545 miles (+472)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,545 miles
    Test number
    616789861228
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  22. Pass99,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    99,073 miles
    Test number
    431374860257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail99,073 miles (+866)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,073 miles
    Test number
    521554560203
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass98,207 miles (+3,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    98,207 miles
    Test number
    953228369269
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass95,110 miles (+834)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    95,110 miles
    Test number
    773740678225
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion throughout vehicle

  26. Pass94,276 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    94,276 miles
    Test number
    733546877202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass92,479 miles (+83,434)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    92,479 miles
    Test number
    590459666233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass9,045 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    9,045 miles
    Test number
    664101175267
    • NoteFront number plate cracked still legible

Questions about P236 NEX

Does P236 NEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P236 NEX is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P236 NEX?
The MOT on P236 NEX is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P236 NEX done?
P236 NEX was recorded at 112,067 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,944 miles a year.
Has P236 NEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P236 NEX has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on P236 NEX 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 P236 NEX find?
P236 NEX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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