The road tax status for N185 DVM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for N185 DVM?

The MOT for N185 DVM is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 December 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of N185 DVM?

The recorded mileage for N185 DVM is 100,071 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is N185 DVM ULEZ compliant?

No, N185 DVM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1996 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · N185 DVM

N185 DVM

1996 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 13/04/1996. Recorded mileage 100,071 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MAZDA MX-5
Year / Origin: 1996 · Newcastle
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 01/12/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 100,071 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 01/12/2025

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Mileage: 100,071 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1996
Engine: 1598cc

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N185 DVM Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2024
100,071 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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N185 DVM Mileage History

30/03/202296,755 mi
04/08/202399,913 mi+3,158 mi
04/08/202399,913 mi
26/11/2024100,065 mi+152 mi
02/12/2024100,071 mi+6 mi

Average of roughly 1,239 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

N185 DVM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 15:21

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mazda Mx-5 (N185 DVM) between March 2022 and December 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 02 December 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.

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