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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

V76 NKEMOT history

V76 NKE is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

V76 NKE green 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 11 May 2027
Mileage
101,220 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V76 NKE
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
22 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V76 NKE was last recorded at 101,220 miles on 11 May 2026, 3,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,771 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,449 miles
Average per year
2,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,220 miles
  • 2025 – 97,771 miles
  • 2024 – 94,264 miles
  • 2023 – 90,918 miles
  • 2022 – 87,623 miles
  • 2021 – 83,967 miles
  • 2020 – 80,753 miles
  • 2019 – 80,194 miles
  • 2017 – 79,401 miles
  • 2016 – 78,104 miles
  • 2015 – 77,716 miles
  • 2014 – 76,819 miles
  • 2013 – 75,789 miles
  • 2012 – 74,895 miles
  • 2011 – 74,009 miles
  • 2010 – 72,377 miles
  • 2009 – 69,733 miles
  • 2008 – 65,405 miles
  • 2007 – 60,607 miles
  • 2006 – 54,496 miles
  • 2005 – 45,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,220 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources number plate lamp not working (1 of 2) (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit and cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn very close to limit and cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,220 miles (+3,449)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    101,220 miles
    Test number
    778111236549
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources number plate lamp not working (1 of 2) (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit and cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn very close to limit and cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass97,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,771 miles
    Test number
    602152989736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit and also cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail97,771 miles (+3,507)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,771 miles
    Test number
    973434183255
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit and also cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass94,264 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,264 miles
    Test number
    177286501533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,165 miles (+3,247)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,165 miles
    Test number
    739853755402
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  6. Pass90,918 miles (+3,295)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    90,918 miles
    Test number
    611755366758
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished. (2005 tyre) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (2005 tyre) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel

  7. Pass87,623 miles (+3,656)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,623 miles
    Test number
    325503406778
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass83,967 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    909941664242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail83,967 miles (+3,214)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    577972826593
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,753 miles (+559)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,753 miles
    Test number
    980845128623
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass80,194 miles (+793)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,194 miles
    Test number
    390036559404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,401 miles
    Test number
    785904835135
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills,corrosion evident

  13. Fail79,401 miles (+1,297)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,401 miles
    Test number
    115661176567
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills,corrosion evident

  14. Pass78,104 miles (+388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    78,104 miles
    Test number
    358025755008
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill panel (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass77,716 miles (+897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    77,716 miles
    Test number
    358273691873
    • AdvisoryRear sills/front chassis surface corrosion

  16. Pass76,819 miles (+1,030)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,819 miles
    Test number
    476406244384
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both rear outer sill panels

  17. Pass75,789 miles (+894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    75,789 miles
    Test number
    629828943364
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Pass74,895 miles (+886)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    74,895 miles
    Test number
    268245332317
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/r sill
    • NoteGeneral corrosion exhaust
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  19. Pass74,009 miles (+1,632)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,009 miles
    Test number
    426238421491
    • NoteSignificant stone damage to windscreen...

  20. Pass72,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    72,377 miles
    Test number
    661245040363
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail72,377 miles (+2,644)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,377 miles
    Test number
    822415540340
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass69,733 miles (+4,328)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,733 miles
    Test number
    613394539359
    • NoteStone chip outside zone a swept area 20 mm...

  23. Pass65,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    65,405 miles
    Test number
    604629228360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,450 miles (+4,843)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,450 miles
    Test number
    281809528375
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass60,607 miles (+6,111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    60,607 miles
    Test number
    391747827381
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass54,496 miles (+8,951)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    54,496 miles
    Test number
    420047926477
    • NoteFront pads becoming low †windscreen stone chipped zone b †front number plaate is craacked † †

  27. Pass45,545 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    45,545 miles
    Test number
    830248525380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V76 NKE

Does V76 NKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V76 NKE is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V76 NKE?
The MOT on V76 NKE is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V76 NKE done?
V76 NKE was recorded at 101,220 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 2,721 miles a year.
Has V76 NKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V76 NKE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V76 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 V76 NKE find?
V76 NKE passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources number plate lamp not working (1 of 2); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit and cracking in tread area; offside rear lower suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded, and 1 more.

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