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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V36 NGUMOT history

V36 NGU is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 145,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2023.

V36 NGU green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2024
Mileage
145,501 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2023
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V36 NGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V36 NGU was last recorded at 145,501 miles on 18 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,501 miles · 17 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,501 miles
  • 2022 – 138,699 miles
  • 2021 – 138,112 miles
  • 2020 – 136,931 miles
  • 2019 – 135,889 miles
  • 2018 – 135,473 miles
  • 2017 – 134,854 miles
  • 2016 – 133,944 miles
  • 2015 – 133,108 miles
  • 2014 – 120,063 miles
  • 2013 – 114,052 miles
  • 2012 – 106,970 miles
  • 2011 – 98,750 miles
  • 2010 – 85,478 miles
  • 2009 – 71,748 miles
  • 2008 – 56,778 miles
  • 2007 – 42,879 miles
  • 2006 – 28,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,501 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle under body covered with under sealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,501 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,501 miles
    Test number
    511420373183
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under body covered with under seal

  2. Fail145,501 miles (+6,802)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,501 miles
    Test number
    125572248004
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under body covered with under seal

  3. Pass138,699 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    138,699 miles
    Test number
    527744929704
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills at rear has had a repair done and starting to crack

  4. Fail138,699 miles (+587)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,699 miles
    Test number
    539080195770
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill at rear has had repair done
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill had repair done
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass138,112 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    138,112 miles
    Test number
    635863770036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills had repair done to rear
    • AdvisoryExhaust system fouling rear axle
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe corroded and some suspension parts but not weaken

  6. Fail138,112 miles (+1,181)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,112 miles
    Test number
    385229798560
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills had repair done to rear
    • AdvisoryExhaust system fouling rear axle
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe corroded and some suspension parts but not weaken

  7. Pass136,931 miles (+2)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    136,931 miles
    Test number
    766085293770
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail136,929 miles (+1,040)2 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,929 miles
    Test number
    853229699432
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded and leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass135,889 miles (+416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    135,889 miles
    Test number
    763717494905
    • AdvisoryCHIPS IN FRONT WINDSCREEN
    • AdvisoryGENERAL AGE-RELATED CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

  10. Pass135,473 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    135,473 miles
    Test number
    858581835032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass134,854 miles (+910)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    134,854 miles
    Test number
    405016489382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass133,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    133,944 miles
    Test number
    536639340531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail133,944 miles (+836)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,944 miles
    Test number
    758116743925
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass133,108 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    133,108 miles
    Test number
    386748995144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail133,106 miles (+2,701)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,106 miles
    Test number
    669707195130
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOuter Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass130,405 miles (+156)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    130,405 miles
    Test number
    399859225002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f tyre wall
    • NoteHeavy surface rust to all suspension components

  17. Fail130,249 miles (+10,186)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,249 miles
    Test number
    238532925072
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f tyre wall
    • NoteHeavy surface rust to all suspension components

  18. Fail120,063 miles2 repaired7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,063 miles
    Test number
    516492724039
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePerish cracks to front tyre walls
    • NoteRear exhaust sections deteriorating
    • NoteRust pitting to front brake discs

  19. Pass120,063 miles (+6,011)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    120,063 miles
    Test number
    778882624002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePerish cracks to front tyre walls
    • NoteRear exhaust sections deteriorating
    • NoteRust pitting to front brake discs

  20. Pass114,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    114,052 miles
    Test number
    835682723051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail114,052 miles (+7,082)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,052 miles
    Test number
    458537613068
    • DangerousNearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  22. Pass106,970 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,970 miles
    Test number
    346512032097
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  23. Fail106,970 miles (+8,220)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,970 miles
    Test number
    405742732077
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  24. Pass98,750 miles (+13,272)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    98,750 miles
    Test number
    845716521058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    85,478 miles
    Test number
    751289120092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail85,478 miles (+13,730)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,478 miles
    Test number
    812595900001
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)

  27. Pass71,748 miles (+14,970)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    71,748 miles
    Test number
    113333619408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,778 miles
    Test number
    700263708085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail56,778 miles (+13,899)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,778 miles
    Test number
    262093808095
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass42,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    42,879 miles
    Test number
    393085817077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail42,879 miles (+14,492)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,879 miles
    Test number
    533655417081
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  32. Pass28,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    28,387 miles
    Test number
    901261616024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V36 NGU

Does V36 NGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V36 NGU expired on 17 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V36 NGU?
The MOT on V36 NGU expired on 17 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V36 NGU done?
V36 NGU was recorded at 145,501 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2023, an average of 6,592 miles a year.
Has V36 NGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V36 NGU has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V36 NGU 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 V36 NGU find?
V36 NGU passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; vehicle under body covered with under seal.

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