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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T216 NKEMOT history

T216 NKE is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2024
Mileage
103,849 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T216 NKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T216 NKE was last recorded at 103,849 miles on 21 Jul 2023, 2,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Nov 2013: 71,789 miles, lower than 72,789 miles on 25 Nov 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,896 miles · 24 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,953 miles
Average per year
3,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 103,849 miles
  • 2021 – 97,933 miles
  • 2020 – 85,895 miles
  • 2019 – 85,841 miles
  • 2017 – 83,091 miles
  • 2016 – 80,999 miles
  • 2015 – 78,490 miles
  • 2014 – 76,590 miles
  • 2013 – 71,789 miles
  • 2012 – 69,663 miles
  • 2011 – 66,033 miles
  • 2010 – 62,441 miles
  • 2009 – 57,030 miles
  • 2008 – 52,168 miles
  • 2007 – 46,915 miles
  • 2006 – 42,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,849 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside rear tyre worn to limit in tread centre.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,849 miles (+2,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    103,849 miles
    Test number
    322477501238
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass100,896 miles (+2,963)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,896 miles
    Test number
    235058421822
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Front Lower Ball Joints (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Brake Hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Front Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Rear Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rears (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass97,933 miles (+458)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,933 miles
    Test number
    926438349475
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corroded

  4. Fail97,475 miles (+11,580)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,475 miles
    Test number
    862291780733
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass85,895 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    85,895 miles
    Test number
    546731034216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in center of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in center of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp was on lower limits
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail85,895 miles (+54)1 major1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,895 miles
    Test number
    667743773710
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in center of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in center of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp was on lower limits
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass85,841 miles (+2,750)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,841 miles
    Test number
    140285163130
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    83,091 miles
    Test number
    603071133631
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin.

  9. Fail83,091 miles (+2,092)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,091 miles
    Test number
    193049791326
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin.

  10. Pass80,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,999 miles
    Test number
    991215257702
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn to limit in tread centre.

  11. Fail80,999 miles (+2,509)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,999 miles
    Test number
    752269437173
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill and wheel arch area. (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn to limit in tread centre.

  12. Pass78,490 miles (+1,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,490 miles
    Test number
    928495789278
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroding at rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn to limit in tread centre.

  13. Pass76,590 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,590 miles
    Test number
    549845324343
    • NoteNearside outer sill corroding.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre nearing wear indicators.

  14. Fail76,590 miles (+4,801)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,590 miles
    Test number
    517911924306
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside outer sill corroding.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre nearing wear indicators.

  15. Pass71,789 miles (-1,000)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,789 miles
    Test number
    158410033362
    • NoteNearside outer sill corroding at rear.
    • NoteOffside outer sill at rear corroded outside any prescribed area.
    • NoteSmall chip in windscreen.

  16. Fail72,789 miles (+3,126)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,789 miles
    Test number
    497749023412
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside outer sill corroding at rear.
    • NoteOffside outer sill at rear corroded outside any prescribed area.
    • NoteSmall chip in windscreen.

  17. Pass69,663 miles (+3,630)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,663 miles
    Test number
    657424922391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel arches corroding

  18. Pass66,033 miles (+3,592)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,033 miles
    Test number
    725287721373
    • NoteNearside rear and offside front tyres worn to wear indicators in tread centre.
    • NoteOffside front chassis section corroding at front.
    • NoteOffside outer sill corroding at rear.

  19. Pass62,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,441 miles
    Test number
    521867330391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,441 miles (+5,411)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,441 miles
    Test number
    293875430320
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition.

  21. Pass57,030 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    57,030 miles
    Test number
    103741939391
    • NoteOffside front chassis corroding.
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin.

  22. Fail57,030 miles (+4,862)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,030 miles
    Test number
    450751039475
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside front chassis corroding.
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin.

  23. Pass52,168 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    52,168 miles
    Test number
    291261238378
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin.

  24. Fail52,168 miles (+5,253)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,168 miles
    Test number
    822471638359
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin.

  25. Pass46,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,915 miles
    Test number
    892897797244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail46,915 miles (+4,418)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,915 miles
    Test number
    590267497223
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass42,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,497 miles
    Test number
    613272926369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T216 NKE

Does T216 NKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T216 NKE expired on 20 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T216 NKE?
The MOT on T216 NKE expired on 20 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T216 NKE done?
T216 NKE was recorded at 103,849 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2023, an average of 3,680 miles a year.
Has T216 NKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T216 NKE has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T216 NKE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T216 NKE find?
T216 NKE passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2023 with 2 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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