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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T213 NKEMOT history

T213 NKE is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 96,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2026
Mileage
96,511 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T213 NKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T213 NKE was last recorded at 96,511 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,338 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
2,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,511 miles
  • 2024 – 94,729 miles
  • 2023 – 93,781 miles
  • 2021 – 90,830 miles
  • 2019 – 90,222 miles
  • 2018 – 89,722 miles
  • 2017 – 87,683 miles
  • 2016 – 84,077 miles
  • 2015 – 83,321 miles
  • 2014 – 81,120 miles
  • 2012 – 79,265 miles
  • 2011 – 75,359 miles
  • 2010 – 72,135 miles
  • 2009 – 66,255 miles
  • 2008 – 58,384 miles
  • 2007 – 48,644 miles
  • 2006 – 39,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,511 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under sealed

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.

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,511 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,511 miles
    Test number
    597147959886
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle under sealed

  2. Fail96,338 miles (+1,609)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,338 miles
    Test number
    103551945270
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass94,729 miles (+8)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    94,729 miles
    Test number
    954686558789
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail94,721 miles (+940)3 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,721 miles
    Test number
    676789421961
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe joint at rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass93,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    93,781 miles
    Test number
    297334531496
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

  6. Fail93,780 miles (+2)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,780 miles
    Test number
    258908080912
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Heavily undersealed

  7. Fail93,778 miles (+2,948)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,778 miles
    Test number
    931480117705
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle Heavily undersealed

  8. Pass90,830 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    90,830 miles
    Test number
    628973481136
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all suspension arms

  9. Fail90,816 miles (+594)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,816 miles
    Test number
    211493098555
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass90,222 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,222 miles
    Test number
    739722790839
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail90,222 miles (+500)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,222 miles
    Test number
    964808647606
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass89,722 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,722 miles
    Test number
    137719281227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,705 miles (+2,022)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,705 miles
    Test number
    663411010222
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge and perishing

  14. Pass87,683 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,683 miles
    Test number
    747414589678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,077 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,077 miles
    Test number
    588169833540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,072 miles (+751)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,072 miles
    Test number
    744805258599
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass83,321 miles (+2,201)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    83,321 miles
    Test number
    249548215196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,120 miles (+2)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,120 miles
    Test number
    176054114191
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroderd

  19. Fail81,118 miles (+1,853)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,118 miles
    Test number
    129744784460
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroderd

  20. Pass79,265 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,265 miles
    Test number
    218753342227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,262 miles (+3,903)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,262 miles
    Test number
    376551742293
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass75,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    75,359 miles
    Test number
    585417921222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,359 miles (+3,224)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,359 miles
    Test number
    727482821245
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition

  24. Pass72,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    72,135 miles
    Test number
    161667530272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail72,135 miles (+5,880)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,135 miles
    Test number
    261056130217
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass66,255 miles (+7,871)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,255 miles
    Test number
    624020749244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass58,384 miles (+9,740)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    58,384 miles
    Test number
    710789238283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,644 miles (+9,601)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,644 miles
    Test number
    593518507113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,043 miles
    Test number
    813429066096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T213 NKE

Does T213 NKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T213 NKE expired on 31 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T213 NKE?
The MOT on T213 NKE expired on 31 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T213 NKE done?
T213 NKE was recorded at 96,511 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025, an average of 2,950 miles a year.
Has T213 NKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T213 NKE has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T213 NKE 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 T213 NKE find?
T213 NKE passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: underside of vehicle under sealed.

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