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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

V712 HHBMOT history

V712 HHB is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 63,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

V712 HHB red 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 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
63,487 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V712 HHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V712 HHB was last recorded at 63,487 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 4,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
59,485 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,002 miles
Average per year
1,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,487 miles
  • 2025 – 59,485 miles
  • 2023 – 52,235 miles
  • 2022 – 42,678 miles
  • 2013 – 37,708 miles
  • 2012 – 37,503 miles
  • 2011 – 37,096 miles
  • 2010 – 36,790 miles
  • 2009 – 36,410 miles
  • 2008 – 35,716 miles
  • 2007 – 35,008 miles
  • 2006 – 34,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,487 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryO/s/f brake binding
  • AdvisoryO/s/f brake discs worn

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,487 miles (+4,002)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    63,487 miles
    Test number
    173021828565
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake binding
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake discs worn
  2. Pass59,485 miles (+7,250)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    59,485 miles
    Test number
    219875936246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass52,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    52,235 miles
    Test number
    896261390677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail52,230 miles (+9,552)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    697830981113
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass42,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    42,678 miles
    Test number
    753427045643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail42,678 miles (+4,970)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,678 miles
    Test number
    236732443310
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
  7. Pass37,708 miles (+205)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,708 miles
    Test number
    427440753121
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteGeneral light corrosion to underside components
  8. Pass37,503 miles (+407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,503 miles
    Test number
    626006342102
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  9. Pass37,096 miles (+306)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,096 miles
    Test number
    216683151173
    • NoteGeneral corrosion under vehicle
  10. Pass36,790 miles (+380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,790 miles
    Test number
    931266850196
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  11. Pass36,410 miles (+694)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,410 miles
    Test number
    303706259133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,716 miles (+708)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,716 miles
    Test number
    180167458101
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked
  13. Pass35,008 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,008 miles
    Test number
    272839647109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,170 miles
    Test number
    653807156195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V712 HHB

Does V712 HHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V712 HHB is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V712 HHB?
The MOT on V712 HHB is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V712 HHB done?
V712 HHB was recorded at 63,487 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 1,497 miles a year.
Has V712 HHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V712 HHB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on V712 HHB 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 V712 HHB find?
V712 HHB passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; o/s/f brake binding, and 1 more.

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