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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y288 NBHMOT history

Y288 NBH is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,741 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

Y288 NBH black 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,741 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 NBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 NBH was last recorded at 85,741 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,688 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
2,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,741 miles
  • 2025 – 85,688 miles
  • 2020 – 85,569 miles
  • 2019 – 81,307 miles
  • 2018 – 80,370 miles
  • 2017 – 78,607 miles
  • 2016 – 78,456 miles
  • 2015 – 78,234 miles
  • 2014 – 77,659 miles
  • 2013 – 77,604 miles
  • 2012 – 75,852 miles
  • 2011 – 73,082 miles
  • 2010 – 70,159 miles
  • 2009 – 67,143 miles
  • 2008 – 62,921 miles
  • 2007 – 52,512 miles
  • 2006 – 42,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,741 miles
  • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,741 miles (+53)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,741 miles
    Test number
    974160596322
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,688 miles (+119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    85,688 miles
    Test number
    631053901587
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,569 miles (+4,262)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,569 miles
    Test number
    796364965322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,307 miles
    Test number
    632789746352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,307 miles (+937)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,307 miles
    Test number
    197554976436
    • DangerousNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired door sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass80,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,370 miles
    Test number
    502888328004
    • AdvisoryFront chassis members corroded both sides

  7. Fail80,370 miles (+1,763)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,370 miles
    Test number
    918846566331
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront chassis members corroded both sides

  8. Pass78,607 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,607 miles
    Test number
    836291042580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    78,456 miles
    Test number
    822792297075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,456 miles (+73)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,456 miles
    Test number
    517619986682
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported Alternator wiring touching steering column joint (1.9.2a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass78,383 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,383 miles
    Test number
    797793889995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,234 miles (+575)9 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,234 miles
    Test number
    258719365196
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCorrosion on underside on suspension and floorpan heavy in places
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteO/side front wheel binding on slightly
    • NoteOside front to rear brake pipe corroded at rear

  13. Pass77,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    77,659 miles
    Test number
    359228624160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,659 miles (+55)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,659 miles
    Test number
    688976624187
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass77,604 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    77,604 miles
    Test number
    296948003430
    • NoteSlight bind at o/s/f wheel.

  16. Fail77,604 miles (+1,752)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,604 miles
    Test number
    605846903120
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight bind at o/s/f wheel.

  17. Pass75,852 miles (+2,770)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,852 miles
    Test number
    888840062080
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass73,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,082 miles
    Test number
    647960661074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail73,082 miles (+2,923)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,082 miles
    Test number
    176089551480
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (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)

  20. Pass70,159 miles (+3,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,159 miles
    Test number
    190901660037
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass67,143 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,143 miles
    Test number
    421928659066
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail67,143 miles (+4,222)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,143 miles
    Test number
    761826959087
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass62,921 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    62,921 miles
    Test number
    952622858067
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads approx 3mm
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  24. Fail62,921 miles (+10,409)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,921 miles
    Test number
    334132058063
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads approx 3mm
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  25. Pass52,512 miles (+10,351)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,512 miles
    Test number
    714167547015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,161 miles
    Test number
    183088146001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y288 NBH

Does Y288 NBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y288 NBH is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y288 NBH?
The MOT on Y288 NBH is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y288 NBH done?
Y288 NBH was recorded at 85,741 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 2,180 miles a year.
Has Y288 NBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 NBH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on Y288 NBH 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 Y288 NBH find?
Y288 NBH passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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