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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

V71 NKEMOT history

V71 NKE is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 8 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 67,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

V71 NKE gold 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 Dec 2026
Mileage
67,698 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 NKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 NKE was last recorded at 67,698 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,696 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,698 miles
  • 2024 – 66,722 miles
  • 2023 – 65,379 miles
  • 2022 – 63,905 miles
  • 2021 – 58,461 miles
  • 2020 – 50,609 miles
  • 2019 – 45,846 miles
  • 2018 – 43,639 miles
  • 2017 – 40,696 miles
  • 2016 – 39,328 miles
  • 2015 – 37,959 miles
  • 2014 – 36,312 miles
  • 2013 – 34,537 miles
  • 2012 – 33,050 miles
  • 2011 – 32,064 miles
  • 2010 – 31,026 miles
  • 2009 – 30,291 miles
  • 2008 – 29,483 miles
  • 2007 – 28,093 miles
  • 2006 – 27,084 miles
  • 2005 – 25,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,698 miles
  • AdvisoryFront subframe and suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear boot floor corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch trim looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • ALL FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION ITEMS CORRODED.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,698 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    67,698 miles
    Test number
    799066838954
    • AdvisoryFront subframe and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear boot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch trim loose
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corroded

  2. Fail67,696 miles (+974)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,696 miles
    Test number
    916329752150
    • DangerousNearside Rear Floor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability boot floor (6.2.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear boot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch trim loose
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corroded

  3. Pass66,722 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    66,722 miles
    Test number
    415541518855
    • AdvisoryALL FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION ITEMS CORRODED.

  4. Fail66,721 miles (+1,336)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,721 miles
    Test number
    626465453092
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed EXHAUST LEAK. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION ITEMS CORRODED.

  5. Pass65,385 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    975709537963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail65,379 miles (+1,474)6 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,379 miles
    Test number
    174035182825
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass63,905 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    63,905 miles
    Test number
    190650871375
    • AdvisoryALL,FRONT AND REAR SUPENSION ITEMS AND SUBFRAMES CORRODED.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail63,905 miles (+5,444)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,905 miles
    Test number
    529238582242
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryALL,FRONT AND REAR SUPENSION ITEMS AND SUBFRAMES CORRODED.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass58,461 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,461 miles
    Test number
    693348547755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,460 miles (+7,851)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,460 miles
    Test number
    922397251136
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass50,609 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    50,609 miles
    Test number
    239727001795
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail50,603 miles (+4,757)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,603 miles
    Test number
    449721770973
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL CORROSION. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass45,846 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,846 miles
    Test number
    422317667134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail45,841 miles (+2,202)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,841 miles
    Test number
    306407150228
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass43,639 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    43,639 miles
    Test number
    387589324652
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Fail43,639 miles (+2,943)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,639 miles
    Test number
    584304549888
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  17. Pass40,696 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    40,696 miles
    Test number
    403567210688
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail40,696 miles (+1,368)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,696 miles
    Test number
    214822201677
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (Chassis) (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass39,328 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    39,328 miles
    Test number
    202608724821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,322 miles (+1,363)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,322 miles
    Test number
    210540181217
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (inner wing) (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass37,959 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,959 miles
    Test number
    674958728181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,312 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,312 miles
    Test number
    896406414309
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  23. Fail36,310 miles (+1,773)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,310 miles
    Test number
    478713504483
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  24. Pass34,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,537 miles
    Test number
    115211713367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,537 miles (+1,487)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,537 miles
    Test number
    498619603316
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass33,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,050 miles
    Test number
    228386822346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,050 miles (+986)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,050 miles
    Test number
    269916422326
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

  28. Pass32,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,064 miles
    Test number
    448732031419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail32,063 miles (+1,037)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,063 miles
    Test number
    308702531319
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass31,026 miles (+735)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,026 miles
    Test number
    932457440334
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs--corrosion evident.
    • NoteAdvise repairs to nearside and offside sills--corrosion evident.

  31. Pass30,291 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,291 miles
    Test number
    451970929307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass29,483 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,483 miles
    Test number
    583679728366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass28,093 miles (+1,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,093 miles
    Test number
    950313627301
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  34. Pass27,084 miles (+1,713)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,084 miles
    Test number
    640769336381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass25,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    25,371 miles
    Test number
    582940945365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V71 NKE

Does V71 NKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V71 NKE is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V71 NKE?
The MOT on V71 NKE is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V71 NKE done?
V71 NKE was recorded at 67,698 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 2,117 miles a year.
Has V71 NKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 NKE has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V71 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 V71 NKE find?
V71 NKE passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front subframe and suspension components corroded; nearside rear boot floor corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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