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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2014 · 1,798 cc

V22 SUBMOT history

V22 SUB is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 47,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

V22 SUB blue Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
47,182 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V22 SUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
27 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V22 SUB was last recorded at 47,182 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 4,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
43,084 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,098 miles
Average per year
4,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,182 miles
  • 2024 – 43,084 miles
  • 2023 – 38,421 miles
  • 2022 – 33,961 miles
  • 2021 – 27,180 miles
  • 2020 – 23,193 miles
  • 2019 – 18,036 miles
  • 2018 – 12,012 miles
  • 2017 – 5,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,182 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryThere are 2 thin bolt on support arm's going to the rear subframe, these are corroded, I don't believe they come under the mot regulations but I would recommend replacing them soon.

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.

  • Shields limiting inspection

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 16 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,182 miles (+4,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    47,182 miles
    Test number
    106821844811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryThere are 2 thin bolt on support arm's going to the rear subframe, these are corroded, I don't believe they come under the mot regulations but I would recommend replacing them soon.

  2. Pass43,084 miles (+4,663)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    43,084 miles
    Test number
    678350916728
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass38,421 miles (+4,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    38,421 miles
    Test number
    793510015465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass33,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    33,961 miles
    Test number
    875232822762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail33,961 miles (+2,345)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,961 miles
    Test number
    675311096644
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass31,616 miles (+4,436)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    31,616 miles
    Test number
    575944657817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass27,180 miles (+3,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    27,180 miles
    Test number
    761200194208
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  8. Pass23,193 miles (+5,157)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    23,193 miles
    Test number
    428711173770
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  9. Pass18,036 miles (+6,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    18,036 miles
    Test number
    753917505813
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  10. Pass12,012 miles (+6,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    12,012 miles
    Test number
    184355028130
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  11. Pass5,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    5,483 miles
    Test number
    457575493207
    • AdvisorySHIELDS LIMITING INSPECTION

Questions about V22 SUB

Does V22 SUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V22 SUB is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V22 SUB?
The MOT on V22 SUB is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V22 SUB done?
V22 SUB was recorded at 47,182 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 4,774 miles a year.
Has V22 SUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V22 SUB has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on V22 SUB 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 V22 SUB find?
V22 SUB passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; there are 2 thin bolt on support arm's going to the rear subframe, these are corroded, i don't believe they come under the mot regulations but i would recommend replacing them soon..

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