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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V699 MUBMOT history

V699 MUB is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 61,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2025.

V699 MUB gold 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 30 Mar 2025
Mileage
61,498 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V699 MUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V699 MUB was last recorded at 61,498 miles on 31 Mar 2025, 514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 May 2019: 56,179 miles, lower than 79,889 miles on 26 May 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
60,984 miles · 23 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
514 miles
Average per year
1,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,498 miles
  • 2024 – 60,984 miles
  • 2023 – 60,537 miles
  • 2022 – 59,992 miles
  • 2020 – 58,155 miles
  • 2019 – 56,179 miles
  • 2018 – 79,889 miles
  • 2017 – 53,097 miles
  • 2016 – 52,229 miles
  • 2015 – 48,594 miles
  • 2014 – 48,154 miles
  • 2012 – 45,340 miles
  • 2011 – 42,198 miles
  • 2010 – 39,340 miles
  • 2009 – 36,640 miles
  • 2008 – 32,815 miles
  • 2007 – 29,853 miles
  • 2006 – 27,612 miles
  • 2005 – 24,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail61,498 miles
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail61,498 miles (+514)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,498 miles
    Test number
    436190584635
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass60,984 miles (+447)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    487545351808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass60,537 miles (+545)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    60,537 miles
    Test number
    672306779225
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower 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))

  4. Pass59,992 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    59,992 miles
    Test number
    855364038408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  5. Fail59,987 miles (+1,832)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,987 miles
    Test number
    599727879731
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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. Pass58,155 miles (+1,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,155 miles
    Test number
    513268360978
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,179 miles (-23,710)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,179 miles
    Test number
    280515239463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass79,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,889 miles
    Test number
    414867542313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,483 miles (+2,386)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,483 miles
    Test number
    744888456378
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass53,097 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,097 miles
    Test number
    208694267684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,229 miles (+3,635)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,229 miles
    Test number
    564659655148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,594 miles (+440)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,594 miles
    Test number
    145759885060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,154 miles (+219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,154 miles
    Test number
    829874104142
    • NoteUnderbody scultz front to back

  14. Pass47,935 miles (+2,595)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    47,935 miles
    Test number
    516887104057
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAll brake disc's are corroded
    • NoteUnderbody is getting corroded.

  15. Pass45,340 miles (+3,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    45,340 miles
    Test number
    488047522303
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Pass42,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,198 miles
    Test number
    125512631372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,198 miles (+2,858)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,198 miles
    Test number
    317612231374
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass39,340 miles (+2,700)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    39,340 miles
    Test number
    814597320300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,640 miles (+3,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,640 miles
    Test number
    640915739345
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass32,815 miles (+2,962)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,815 miles
    Test number
    424890738337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,853 miles (+2,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,853 miles
    Test number
    494081137492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass27,612 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,612 miles
    Test number
    512791736373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    24,844 miles
    Test number
    292523455393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V699 MUB

Does V699 MUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V699 MUB expired on 30 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V699 MUB?
The MOT on V699 MUB expired on 30 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V699 MUB done?
V699 MUB was recorded at 61,498 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2025, an average of 1,901 miles a year.
Has V699 MUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V699 MUB has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V699 MUB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V699 MUB find?
V699 MUB failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2025 with 2 major defects: nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill; offside suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill.

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