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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

V646 DCHMOT history

V646 DCH is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 24 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 62,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

V646 DCH silver 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 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
62,338 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V646 DCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V646 DCH was last recorded at 62,338 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,148 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
190 miles
Average per year
1,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,338 miles
  • 2025 – 62,148 miles
  • 2024 – 62,139 miles
  • 2023 – 61,956 miles
  • 2022 – 61,380 miles
  • 2021 – 61,100 miles
  • 2020 – 60,829 miles
  • 2019 – 60,127 miles
  • 2018 – 59,172 miles
  • 2017 – 58,146 miles
  • 2016 – 57,135 miles
  • 2015 – 55,108 miles
  • 2014 – 54,620 miles
  • 2013 – 53,108 miles
  • 2012 – 52,060 miles
  • 2011 – 50,895 miles
  • 2010 – 49,836 miles
  • 2009 – 48,867 miles
  • 2008 – 46,035 miles
  • 2007 – 42,900 miles
  • 2006 – 39,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,338 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass62,338 miles (+190)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    62,338 miles
    Test number
    188503565342
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass62,148 miles (+9)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    62,148 miles
    Test number
    211080637538
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,139 miles (+4)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    62,139 miles
    Test number
    310582843932
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail62,135 miles (+179)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,135 miles
    Test number
    217052500903
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding unable to test bearing (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass61,956 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    61,956 miles
    Test number
    473637722959
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail61,956 miles (+576)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,956 miles
    Test number
    217716515766
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass61,380 miles (+280)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    61,380 miles
    Test number
    570124188543
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass61,100 miles (+271)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    61,100 miles
    Test number
    308837232026
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass60,829 miles (+702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    60,829 miles
    Test number
    103864825148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass60,127 miles (+955)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    60,127 miles
    Test number
    222797493748
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass59,172 miles (+1,026)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,172 miles
    Test number
    169099693035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass58,146 miles (+1,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    58,146 miles
    Test number
    442400343042
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass57,135 miles (+2,027)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    57,135 miles
    Test number
    166113574833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,108 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,108 miles
    Test number
    368866825020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,620 miles (+1,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,620 miles
    Test number
    815481634015
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass53,108 miles (+1,048)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,108 miles
    Test number
    896662233078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,060 miles (+1,165)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,060 miles
    Test number
    349284232096
    • NoteCorrosion on osr sill

  18. Pass50,895 miles (+1,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,895 miles
    Test number
    405154631098
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass49,836 miles (+969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,836 miles
    Test number
    702185730050
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass48,867 miles (+2,832)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,867 miles
    Test number
    842203839014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,035 miles (+3,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,035 miles
    Test number
    334978328056
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail42,900 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,900 miles
    Test number
    403529027017
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass42,900 miles (+3,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    42,900 miles
    Test number
    642429827066
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass39,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    39,440 miles
    Test number
    600036826047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V646 DCH

Does V646 DCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V646 DCH is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V646 DCH?
The MOT on V646 DCH is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V646 DCH done?
V646 DCH was recorded at 62,338 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 1,117 miles a year.
Has V646 DCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V646 DCH has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V646 DCH 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 V646 DCH find?
V646 DCH passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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