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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,839 cc

P282 NEXMOT history

P282 NEX is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Nov 1996. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 74,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

P282 NEX 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 25 Sept 2024
Mileage
74,566 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P282 NEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

P282 NEX was last recorded at 74,566 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,516 miles · 26 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
2,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 74,566 miles
  • 2023 – 74,516 miles
  • 2021 – 74,470 miles
  • 2019 – 74,426 miles
  • 2018 – 73,766 miles
  • 2017 – 72,952 miles
  • 2016 – 72,771 miles
  • 2015 – 70,626 miles
  • 2014 – 66,683 miles
  • 2013 – 62,930 miles
  • 2012 – 60,637 miles
  • 2011 – 56,812 miles
  • 2010 – 51,885 miles
  • 2009 – 47,094 miles
  • 2008 – 43,180 miles
  • 2007 – 39,460 miles
  • 2006 – 36,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,566 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,566 miles (+50)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,566 miles
    Test number
    902899242164
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass74,516 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    74,516 miles
    Test number
    871608694982
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs and pads worn and slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake and hand brake effort slightly low.

  3. Pass74,470 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    74,470 miles
    Test number
    185294578533
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre seriously perished and cracking

  4. Pass74,426 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,426 miles
    Test number
    211630486807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,766 miles (+814)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,766 miles
    Test number
    242582677168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,952 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    759422608045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail72,952 miles (+181)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    993277490017
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass72,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,771 miles
    Test number
    261612176040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer wing/ sill is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer wing/sill is corroded

  9. Fail72,771 miles (+2,145)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,771 miles
    Test number
    503792023740
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer wing/ sill is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer wing/sill is corroded

  10. Pass70,626 miles (+3,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,626 miles
    Test number
    585516349826
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail66,683 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,683 miles
    Test number
    759373334332
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass66,683 miles (+3,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,683 miles
    Test number
    857993734333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass62,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    62,930 miles
    Test number
    448394123381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,930 miles (+13)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,930 miles
    Test number
    856153023373
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Fail62,917 miles (+2,280)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,917 miles
    Test number
    166112023374
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass60,637 miles (+3,825)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,637 miles
    Test number
    225702242334
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass56,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,812 miles
    Test number
    495480241397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,812 miles (+4,927)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,812 miles
    Test number
    336388821361
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  19. Pass51,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    51,885 miles
    Test number
    451516200390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,885 miles (+4,791)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,885 miles
    Test number
    422425600450
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills corroded

  21. Pass47,094 miles (+3,914)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,094 miles
    Test number
    451840119470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    43,180 miles
    Test number
    902495208324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,180 miles (+3,720)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,180 miles
    Test number
    490575208422
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass39,460 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,460 miles
    Test number
    111125937231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,515 miles
    Test number
    250879726271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P282 NEX

Does P282 NEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P282 NEX expired on 25 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P282 NEX?
The MOT on P282 NEX expired on 25 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P282 NEX done?
P282 NEX was recorded at 74,566 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 2,099 miles a year.
Has P282 NEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P282 NEX has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on P282 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 P282 NEX find?
P282 NEX failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 8 major defects and 4 advisories: battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 9 more.

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