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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

V83 NGUMOT history

V83 NGU is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 128,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

V83 NGU 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 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
128,370 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V83 NGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V83 NGU was last recorded at 128,370 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,358 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,370 miles
  • 2025 – 114,097 miles
  • 2024 – 105,287 miles
  • 2022 – 98,627 miles
  • 2021 – 92,412 miles
  • 2019 – 75,315 miles
  • 2018 – 67,478 miles
  • 2017 – 61,431 miles
  • 2016 – 58,311 miles
  • 2015 – 53,840 miles
  • 2014 – 48,428 miles
  • 2013 – 48,196 miles
  • 2012 – 45,916 miles
  • 2011 – 43,407 miles
  • 2010 – 39,340 miles
  • 2009 – 36,533 miles
  • 2008 – 35,300 miles
  • 2007 – 33,839 miles
  • 2006 – 32,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,370 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,370 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    128,370 miles
    Test number
    746116430897
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail128,358 miles (+14,261)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,358 miles
    Test number
    285410591085
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,097 miles (+8,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    114,097 miles
    Test number
    751628440115
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS & OS Outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass105,287 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,287 miles
    Test number
    706642563959
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens hazy/misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens hazy/misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s outer sills corrded within 30cms of seat belt lower achorages (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has long travel close to limit

  5. Fail105,287 miles (+6,660)4 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,287 miles
    Test number
    685881295015
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens hazy/misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens hazy/misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s outer sills corrded within 30cms of seat belt lower achorages (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has long travel close to limit

  6. Pass98,627 miles (+3,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,627 miles
    Test number
    954668399865
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,576 miles (+3,164)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,576 miles
    Test number
    193099402971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,412 miles (+17,097)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,412 miles
    Test number
    702251459939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,315 miles (+7,837)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,315 miles
    Test number
    351000356207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,478 miles (+6,047)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,478 miles
    Test number
    991206550555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,431 miles
    Test number
    206204489472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,431 miles (+3,120)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,431 miles
    Test number
    165982069055
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass58,311 miles (+4,471)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    58,311 miles
    Test number
    675426429982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,840 miles (+24)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,840 miles
    Test number
    748577615154
    • NoteRear of near side sill panel starting to rust

  15. Fail53,816 miles (+5,388)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,816 miles
    Test number
    369945115142
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteRear of near side sill panel starting to rust

  16. Pass48,428 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,428 miles
    Test number
    388359734123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,426 miles (+230)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,426 miles
    Test number
    147906234154
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass48,196 miles (+2,280)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    285448603145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,916 miles (+2,509)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,916 miles
    Test number
    995758102174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,407 miles (+4,067)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,407 miles
    Test number
    757138511127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,340 miles (+2,807)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,340 miles
    Test number
    104480510111
    • NoteN/s front and n/s rear tyres perished
    • NoteRear silencer corroded around flange joint

  22. Fail36,533 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,533 miles
    Test number
    140183039111
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass36,533 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,533 miles
    Test number
    913703139132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,300 miles (+1,461)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,300 miles
    Test number
    853123118189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,839 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,839 miles
    Test number
    851026317131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    32,579 miles
    Test number
    851297696047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V83 NGU

Does V83 NGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V83 NGU is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V83 NGU?
The MOT on V83 NGU is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V83 NGU done?
V83 NGU was recorded at 128,370 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 4,691 miles a year.
Has V83 NGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V83 NGU has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V83 NGU 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 V83 NGU find?
V83 NGU passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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