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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

V71 OKLMOT history

V71 OKL is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 17 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

V71 OKL green 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 20 Jul 2025
Mileage
121,761 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 OKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 OKL was last recorded at 121,761 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,746 miles · 18 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
5,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,761 miles
  • 2023 – 110,567 miles
  • 2022 – 110,380 miles
  • 2021 – 108,838 miles
  • 2019 – 107,346 miles
  • 2018 – 100,772 miles
  • 2017 – 96,452 miles
  • 2016 – 86,389 miles
  • 2015 – 73,679 miles
  • 2014 – 60,674 miles
  • 2013 – 51,043 miles
  • 2012 – 45,377 miles
  • 2011 – 38,627 miles
  • 2010 – 35,243 miles
  • 2009 – 31,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,761 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,761 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    121,761 miles
    Test number
    365310304049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg corroded

  2. Fail121,746 miles (+11,179)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,746 miles
    Test number
    417231864185
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg corroded

  3. Pass110,567 miles (+187)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    110,567 miles
    Test number
    538323903028
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass110,380 miles (+1,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,380 miles
    Test number
    585008022334
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass108,838 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    108,838 miles
    Test number
    555150178256
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail108,838 miles (+1,492)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,838 miles
    Test number
    410548491501
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass107,346 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,346 miles
    Test number
    643667253327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail107,286 miles (+6,514)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,286 miles
    Test number
    453585494249
    • 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))

  9. Pass100,772 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,772 miles
    Test number
    387006929495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass96,452 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,452 miles
    Test number
    264010478026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,446 miles (+10,057)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,446 miles
    Test number
    550696039942
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass86,389 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,389 miles
    Test number
    248173798883
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Fail86,383 miles (+12,704)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,383 miles
    Test number
    876667442048
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass73,679 miles (+13,005)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,679 miles
    Test number
    679976685016
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f headlamp pattern just discernable

  15. Pass60,674 miles (+9,631)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,674 miles
    Test number
    109996874414
    • NoteSlight brake bind developing n/s/f

  16. Pass51,043 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,043 miles
    Test number
    679115283040
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront discs deteiorating and pads wearing

  17. Fail51,043 miles (+5,666)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,043 miles
    Test number
    507125183033
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront discs deteiorating and pads wearing

  18. Pass45,377 miles (+6,750)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,377 miles
    Test number
    507228162036
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll tyres 3mm and perished
    • NoteCorrosion visable under vehicle
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  19. Pass38,627 miles (+3,384)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,627 miles
    Test number
    629663871040
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth Front tyres are perished
    • NoteCorrosion visable on underside of vehicle

  20. Pass35,243 miles (+3,409)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,243 miles
    Test number
    431558680015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,834 miles
    Test number
    574412199022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,834 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,834 miles
    Test number
    492142599067
    • FailureCentre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about V71 OKL

Does V71 OKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V71 OKL expired on 20 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V71 OKL?
The MOT on V71 OKL expired on 20 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V71 OKL done?
V71 OKL was recorded at 121,761 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 5,879 miles a year.
Has V71 OKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 OKL has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V71 OKL 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 OKL find?
V71 OKL passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 1 advisory: offside front chassis leg corroded.

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