Mazda logo

Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V85 GCFMOT history

V85 GCF is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 75,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

V85 GCF 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 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
75,323 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,050 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for V85 GCF in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
V85 GCF
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V85 GCF was last recorded at 75,323 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 9,980 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,343 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,980 miles
Average per year
2,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,323 miles
  • 2025 – 65,343 miles
  • 2024 – 64,510 miles
  • 2023 – 63,370 miles
  • 2021 – 63,040 miles
  • 2020 – 61,964 miles
  • 2019 – 59,752 miles
  • 2018 – 53,573 miles
  • 2016 – 51,546 miles
  • 2015 – 50,758 miles
  • 2014 – 48,999 miles
  • 2013 – 47,772 miles
  • 2012 – 46,156 miles
  • 2011 – 45,260 miles
  • 2010 – 43,096 miles
  • 2009 – 41,527 miles
  • 2008 – 39,065 miles
  • 2007 – 37,040 miles
  • 2006 – 34,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,323 miles

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,323 miles (+9,980)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    75,323 miles
    Test number
    461743418237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass65,343 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    65,343 miles
    Test number
    346302221492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,510 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    64,510 miles
    Test number
    941304778359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,370 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    63,370 miles
    Test number
    418604996487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,040 miles (+1,076)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,040 miles
    Test number
    537020956306
    • AdvisoryCoolant low in overflow bottle
    • AdvisoryEngine misfiring when cold
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  6. Pass61,964 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,964 miles
    Test number
    881379083854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,752 miles (+6,179)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,752 miles
    Test number
    781194267254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,573 miles (+2,027)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,573 miles
    Test number
    661115146458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front & rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner edge

  9. Pass51,546 miles (+788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,546 miles
    Test number
    731180268091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear arm bushes perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear arm bushes perished

  10. Pass50,758 miles (+1,759)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,758 miles
    Test number
    388295425286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavly wax oiled
    • NoteWeep from gearbox

  11. Pass48,999 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    48,999 miles
    Test number
    956418834280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  12. Fail48,999 miles (+1,227)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,999 miles
    Test number
    357232834298
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  13. Fail47,772 miles1 repaired20 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,772 miles
    Test number
    178833733296
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  14. Pass47,772 miles (+1,616)20 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    47,772 miles
    Test number
    628833933274
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to underside and components

  15. Pass46,156 miles (+896)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,156 miles
    Test number
    415235632269
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePower steering pipes rusty
    • NoteSurface corrosion on front/rear suspension

  16. Pass45,260 miles (+2,164)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    45,260 miles
    Test number
    365146131242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,096 miles (+1,569)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,096 miles
    Test number
    360570030208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,527 miles (+2,462)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,527 miles
    Test number
    304646939213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,065 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,065 miles
    Test number
    570414438242
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass39,065 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,065 miles
    Test number
    801404538263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,040 miles (+2,339)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,040 miles
    Test number
    444476737208
    • NoteWiper blades starting to tear

  22. Pass34,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,701 miles
    Test number
    520116236297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V85 GCF

Does V85 GCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V85 GCF is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V85 GCF?
The MOT on V85 GCF is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V85 GCF done?
V85 GCF was recorded at 75,323 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 2,050 miles a year.
Has V85 GCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V85 GCF has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2014.
Has the mileage on V85 GCF 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 V85 GCF find?
V85 GCF passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all V85 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.