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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V228 ABEMOT history

V228 ABE is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 171,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

V228 ABE blue 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 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
171,560 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V228 ABE
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
22 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V228 ABE was last recorded at 171,560 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 2,643 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,917 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,643 miles
Average per year
4,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,560 miles
  • 2025 – 168,917 miles
  • 2024 – 155,094 miles
  • 2023 – 132,265 miles
  • 2020 – 131,496 miles
  • 2019 – 127,796 miles
  • 2018 – 123,164 miles
  • 2017 – 120,269 miles
  • 2016 – 116,658 miles
  • 2015 – 111,786 miles
  • 2014 – 108,371 miles
  • 2012 – 106,071 miles
  • 2011 – 104,830 miles
  • 2010 – 104,045 miles
  • 2009 – 101,905 miles
  • 2008 – 101,408 miles
  • 2007 – 97,534 miles
  • 2006 – 89,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,560 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking and perishing (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 close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Sills covered in plastic difficult to check

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertray fitted to front of vehicle difficult to check

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,560 miles (+2,643)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    171,560 miles
    Test number
    704713130765
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass168,917 miles (+13,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    168,917 miles
    Test number
    268898061091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass155,094 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    155,094 miles
    Test number
    876239402203
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight up/down play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail155,090 miles (+22,825)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,090 miles
    Test number
    544393414946
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight up/down play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass132,265 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    132,265 miles
    Test number
    518727364762
    • AdvisorySills covered in plastic difficult to check
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted to front of vehicle difficult to check

  6. Fail132,262 miles (+103)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,262 miles
    Test number
    924181715970
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySills covered in plastic difficult to check
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted to front of vehicle difficult to check

  7. Fail132,159 miles (+663)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,159 miles
    Test number
    494538319668
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass131,496 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,496 miles
    Test number
    747886124607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass127,796 miles (+4,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,796 miles
    Test number
    279034044366
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass123,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,164 miles
    Test number
    899425600706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,164 miles (+2,895)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,164 miles
    Test number
    693622599502
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass120,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,269 miles
    Test number
    485535033183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail120,269 miles (+3,611)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,269 miles
    Test number
    878335497530
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

  14. Pass116,658 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    989394642545
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded

  15. Fail116,658 miles (+4,872)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    156871673093
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog light inop

  16. Pass111,786 miles (+3,415)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,786 miles
    Test number
    409892145174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    108,371 miles
    Test number
    996816834178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail108,371 miles (+2,300)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,371 miles
    Test number
    485755434191
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass106,071 miles (+1,241)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    106,071 miles
    Test number
    228531212374
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded

  20. Pass104,830 miles (+785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    104,830 miles
    Test number
    305343691277
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass104,045 miles (+2,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    104,045 miles
    Test number
    791171820354
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass101,905 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    101,905 miles
    Test number
    150575429255
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAll 4 lower suspension arm s showing sign s of corrosion
    • NotePlastic sill guards fitted preventing full inspection of sills

  23. Fail101,905 miles (+497)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,905 miles
    Test number
    530095229296
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAll 4 lower suspension arm s showing sign s of corrosion
    • NotePlastic sill guards fitted preventing full inspection of sills

  24. Pass101,408 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    101,408 miles
    Test number
    260823218277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail101,389 miles (+3,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,389 miles
    Test number
    790502218215
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass97,534 miles (+8,225)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    97,534 miles
    Test number
    450392817245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass89,309 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    89,309 miles
    Test number
    110539106239
    • NoteAll 4 disks corroding
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteOil leak from gear box
    • NoteRear pads low

Questions about V228 ABE

Does V228 ABE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V228 ABE is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V228 ABE?
The MOT on V228 ABE is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V228 ABE done?
V228 ABE was recorded at 171,560 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 4,079 miles a year.
Has V228 ABE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V228 ABE has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2024.
Has the mileage on V228 ABE 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 V228 ABE find?
V228 ABE passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with 10 advisories: central front wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 7 more.

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