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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,999 cc

F3 KAWMOT history

F3 KAW is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 39,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

F3 KAW 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 May 2027
Mileage
39,909 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 KAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 KAW was last recorded at 39,909 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,137 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
772 miles
Average per year
1,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,909 miles
  • 2025 – 39,137 miles
  • 2024 – 38,343 miles
  • 2023 – 37,292 miles
  • 2022 – 36,585 miles
  • 2021 – 36,158 miles
  • 2019 – 34,751 miles
  • 2018 – 32,708 miles
  • 2017 – 31,637 miles
  • 2016 – 29,331 miles
  • 2015 – 27,621 miles
  • 2014 – 25,750 miles
  • 2013 – 25,120 miles
  • 2012 – 24,504 miles
  • 2011 – 23,715 miles
  • 2010 – 22,184 miles
  • 2009 – 19,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,909 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • BOTH FRONT HEADLAMP AIMS ARE AT THERE HIGHEST ACCEPITABLE LEVEL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,909 miles (+772)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    39,909 miles
    Test number
    361308150225
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass39,137 miles (+794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    159713923523
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass38,343 miles (+1,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    38,343 miles
    Test number
    331461302199
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear subframes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass37,292 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    37,292 miles
    Test number
    540873652411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail37,291 miles (+706)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,291 miles
    Test number
    326978538179
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass36,585 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    36,585 miles
    Test number
    347277408170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,158 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    36,158 miles
    Test number
    274893070301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail36,157 miles (+1,406)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,157 miles
    Test number
    239059918680
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass34,751 miles (+2,043)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,751 miles
    Test number
    436664621592
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and perishing in the tread but not exposing cord or ply 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All the track control arms are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and perishing in the tread but not exposing cord or ply 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and perishing in the tread but not exposing cord or ply 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All the track control arms are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking and perishing in the tread but not exposing cord or ply 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with side skirts and engine undertray obscuring the view of some components

  10. Pass32,708 miles (+1,071)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,708 miles
    Test number
    469490940436
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS ARE SLIGHTLY WORN
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR COIL SPRINGS ARE SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR FLEXI BRAKE PIPE FERRULES ARE CORRODED
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR FLEXI BRAKE PIPE HOSES ARE WORN
    • AdvisoryAPPLIED FINGER AND THUMB PRESSURE ON SILLS AND FLOOR AREA
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT HEADLAMP AIMS ARE AT THERE HIGHEST ACCEPITABLE LEVEL
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass31,637 miles (+2,306)25 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    31,637 miles
    Test number
    141788891630
    • AdvisoryAPPLIED FINGER AND THUMB PRESSURE ON INNER AND OUTER SILLS
    • AdvisoryAPPLIED FINGER AND THUMB PRESSURE ON THE WHOLE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE..I.E FLOOR AREA
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT HEADLAMP AIMS ARE AT THERE HIGHEST ACCEPITABLE LEVEL
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryMOST OF THE BRAKE PIPES ARE PLASTIC COATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass29,331 miles (+1,710)19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,331 miles
    Test number
    453557779051
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryAl the brake ferrules are corroded
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres are cracked and perished 205/45/17
    • AdvisoryAll rear track-control arms are corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers are slightly smearing the screen
    • AdvisoryCar has side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

  13. Pass27,621 miles24 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,621 miles
    Test number
    319078685113
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteALL FOUR COIL SPRINGS ARE SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNEARSIDE AND OFFSAIDE OUTER SILLS HAVE PLASTIC COVERS ON THE SILLS..

  14. Fail27,621 miles (+1,871)3 failures24 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,621 miles
    Test number
    856928585150
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteALL FOUR COIL SPRINGS ARE SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNEARSIDE AND OFFSAIDE OUTER SILLS HAVE PLASTIC COVERS ON THE SILLS..

  15. Pass25,750 miles (+630)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    25,750 miles
    Test number
    518706994186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,120 miles (+616)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    25,120 miles
    Test number
    349279093190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,504 miles (+789)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,504 miles
    Test number
    585302492198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,715 miles (+1,531)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,715 miles
    Test number
    226844691118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,184 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    22,184 miles
    Test number
    472295290118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,826 miles
    Test number
    291397689497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 KAW

Does F3 KAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 KAW is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 KAW?
The MOT on F3 KAW 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 F3 KAW done?
F3 KAW was recorded at 39,909 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 1,195 miles a year.
Has F3 KAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 KAW has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on F3 KAW 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 F3 KAW find?
F3 KAW passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms.

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