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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

V36 NKEMOT history

V36 NKE is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 43,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

V36 NKE green 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 7 May 2027
Mileage
43,419 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V36 NKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V36 NKE was last recorded at 43,419 miles on 8 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,416 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,419 miles
  • 2023 – 43,004 miles
  • 2022 – 42,346 miles
  • 2018 – 42,276 miles
  • 2017 – 40,029 miles
  • 2016 – 34,403 miles
  • 2015 – 30,070 miles
  • 2014 – 25,010 miles
  • 2012 – 24,937 miles
  • 2006 – 24,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,419 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryAll suspension parts corrodedRecorded 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.

  • General corrosion front and rear suspension

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass43,419 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    43,419 miles
    Test number
    542845778389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension parts corroded

  2. Fail43,416 miles (+412)1 dangerous9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,416 miles
    Test number
    375474427704
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension parts corroded

  3. Pass43,004 miles (+658)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    43,004 miles
    Test number
    928967742688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion front and rear suspension

  4. Pass42,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    42,346 miles
    Test number
    736766869279
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion front and rear suspension

  5. Fail42,346 miles (+70)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,346 miles
    Test number
    692674916062
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion front and rear suspension

  6. Pass42,276 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,276 miles
    Test number
    898207653637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished

  7. Fail42,275 miles (+2,246)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,275 miles
    Test number
    447369170382
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished

  8. Pass40,029 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,029 miles
    Test number
    692785198063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cut in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  9. Fail40,029 miles (+5,626)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,029 miles
    Test number
    514355872310
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cut in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass34,403 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    34,403 miles
    Test number
    830830837310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail34,403 miles (+4,333)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,403 miles
    Test number
    179942375377
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass30,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    30,070 miles
    Test number
    736913125234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail30,070 miles (+5,060)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,070 miles
    Test number
    347793325263
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass25,010 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    25,010 miles
    Test number
    289377394493
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass24,937 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,937 miles
    Test number
    159911852179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,567 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,567 miles
    Test number
    342234456292
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about V36 NKE

Does V36 NKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V36 NKE is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V36 NKE?
The MOT on V36 NKE is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V36 NKE done?
V36 NKE was recorded at 43,419 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 959 miles a year.
Has V36 NKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V36 NKE has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V36 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 V36 NKE find?
V36 NKE passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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