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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T223 NKEMOT history

T223 NKE is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 127,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
127,410 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T223 NKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T223 NKE was last recorded at 127,410 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,409 miles · 2 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,410 miles
  • 2024 – 121,025 miles
  • 2023 – 115,568 miles
  • 2022 – 111,477 miles
  • 2021 – 108,543 miles
  • 2020 – 104,404 miles
  • 2019 – 100,269 miles
  • 2018 – 97,592 miles
  • 2017 – 93,117 miles
  • 2016 – 86,914 miles
  • 2015 – 80,628 miles
  • 2014 – 74,675 miles
  • 2013 – 67,921 miles
  • 2012 – 62,032 miles
  • 2011 – 56,278 miles
  • 2010 – 49,971 miles
  • 2009 – 49,358 miles
  • 2008 – 47,851 miles
  • 2006 – 45,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,410 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral all underside components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral all underside rubber components pershingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,410 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    127,410 miles
    Test number
    729582480263
    • AdvisoryCentral all underside components corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral all underside rubber components pershing

  2. Fail127,409 miles (+6,384)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,409 miles
    Test number
    500962092519
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral all underside components corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral all underside rubber components pershing

  3. Pass121,025 miles (+75)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,025 miles
    Test number
    387105805915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail120,950 miles (+5,382)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,950 miles
    Test number
    934085474183
    • MajorFront Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass115,568 miles (+4,091)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,568 miles
    Test number
    700847893855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  6. Pass111,477 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    111,477 miles
    Test number
    567366237193
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail111,477 miles (+2,934)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,477 miles
    Test number
    653306289286
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass108,543 miles (+4,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,543 miles
    Test number
    797249180346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass104,404 miles (+4,135)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,404 miles
    Test number
    534521630720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,269 miles (+2,677)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,269 miles
    Test number
    434700506801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,592 miles (+4,475)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,592 miles
    Test number
    168872491934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,117 miles (+6,203)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    93,117 miles
    Test number
    829687872366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,914 miles (+6,286)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    86,914 miles
    Test number
    143561207195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,628 miles (+5,953)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,628 miles
    Test number
    963557681604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,675 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    74,675 miles
    Test number
    958732284215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,516 miles (+6,595)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,516 miles
    Test number
    866372674234
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass67,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,921 miles
    Test number
    208527453255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,921 miles (+5,889)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,921 miles
    Test number
    687677253254
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass62,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,032 miles
    Test number
    645908452225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,032 miles (+5,754)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,032 miles
    Test number
    836888052213
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass56,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,278 miles
    Test number
    686042161251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,278 miles (+6,307)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,278 miles
    Test number
    827062061231
    • DangerousNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass49,971 miles (+613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    49,971 miles
    Test number
    421212470265
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass49,358 miles (+1,507)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    49,358 miles
    Test number
    343930869218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,851 miles (+2,475)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,851 miles
    Test number
    234241048240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,376 miles
    Test number
    164973876009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T223 NKE

Does T223 NKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T223 NKE is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T223 NKE?
The MOT on T223 NKE is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T223 NKE done?
T223 NKE was recorded at 127,410 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 4,139 miles a year.
Has T223 NKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T223 NKE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T223 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 T223 NKE find?
T223 NKE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: central all underside components corroded; central all underside rubber components pershing.

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