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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V74 NKEMOT history

V74 NKE is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

V74 NKE 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 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
80,823 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V74 NKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V74 NKE was last recorded at 80,823 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 7,680 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,143 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
7,680 miles
Average per year
1,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,823 miles
  • 2024 – 73,143 miles
  • 2023 – 66,812 miles
  • 2021 – 60,785 miles
  • 2020 – 56,103 miles
  • 2011 – 56,038 miles
  • 2008 – 55,946 miles
  • 2007 – 52,976 miles
  • 2006 – 49,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,823 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 22 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    221458270807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail80,823 miles (+7,680)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    291681947380
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass73,143 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,143 miles
    Test number
    652750595693
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail73,143 miles (+6,331)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,143 miles
    Test number
    785511063374
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high also adjuster missing (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc contaminated both rear (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass66,812 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    66,812 miles
    Test number
    629057519741
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail66,812 miles (+6,027)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,812 miles
    Test number
    562483762155
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high adjuster missing (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass60,785 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,785 miles
    Test number
    755621800642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail60,761 miles (+4,658)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,761 miles
    Test number
    456784777340
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorTyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both rear (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass56,103 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    56,103 miles
    Test number
    157336015764
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail56,078 miles (+40)2 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,078 miles
    Test number
    215705597436
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass56,038 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,038 miles
    Test number
    295374741211
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteSurface corrosion under car

  12. Fail56,038 miles (+92)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,038 miles
    Test number
    267084141214
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteSurface corrosion under car

  13. Pass55,946 miles (+2,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,946 miles
    Test number
    452828468148
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  14. Pass52,976 miles (+2,980)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    52,976 miles
    Test number
    682296867190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    49,996 miles
    Test number
    184813306279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V74 NKE

Does V74 NKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V74 NKE is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V74 NKE?
The MOT on V74 NKE is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V74 NKE done?
V74 NKE was recorded at 80,823 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 1,596 miles a year.
Has V74 NKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V74 NKE has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V74 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 V74 NKE find?
V74 NKE passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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