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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1991 · 1,597 cc

H673 KADMOT history

H673 KAD is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 8 May 1991. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 169,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

H673 KAD red 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 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
169,538 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H673 KAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
8 May 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H673 KAD was last recorded at 169,538 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 7,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Mar 2021: 150,701 miles, lower than 160,701 miles on 25 Mar 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
162,063 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,475 miles
Average per year
2,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,538 miles
  • 2025 – 162,063 miles
  • 2024 – 159,745 miles
  • 2023 – 156,073 miles
  • 2022 – 155,351 miles
  • 2021 – 150,701 miles
  • 2019 – 150,674 miles
  • 2018 – 150,578 miles
  • 2016 – 150,303 miles
  • 2015 – 148,640 miles
  • 2014 – 145,029 miles
  • 2013 – 141,890 miles
  • 2012 – 138,885 miles
  • 2011 – 136,776 miles
  • 2010 – 135,899 miles
  • 2009 – 134,495 miles
  • 2008 – 133,573 miles
  • 2007 – 130,651 miles
  • 2006 – 127,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,538 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll front suspension rubber bushes are deteriorating

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,538 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    169,538 miles
    Test number
    683593722089
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension rubber bushes are deteriorating

  2. Fail169,538 miles (+7,475)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,538 miles
    Test number
    786793269443
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension rubber bushes are deteriorating

  3. Pass162,063 miles (+2,318)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    162,063 miles
    Test number
    399732319347
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass159,745 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    159,745 miles
    Test number
    425044640618
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail159,745 miles (+3,672)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,745 miles
    Test number
    397795985840
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass156,073 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    156,073 miles
    Test number
    786124690779
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal under drivers feet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal under drivers seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail156,073 miles (+722)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,073 miles
    Test number
    446947527990
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHorn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal under drivers feet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal under drivers seat (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass155,351 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    155,351 miles
    Test number
    450876237424
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail155,351 miles (+4,650)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,351 miles
    Test number
    645752321816
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Aftermarket lamps fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass150,701 miles (-10,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    150,701 miles
    Test number
    935192790511
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail160,701 miles (+10,027)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,701 miles
    Test number
    953938811665
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension upper ball joint retaining nut split pins missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass150,674 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,674 miles
    Test number
    693643004609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail150,656 miles (+78)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,656 miles
    Test number
    248767087430
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on an air braking system brake pipe to flexi connection leaking (1.1.12 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass150,578 miles (+275)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    150,578 miles
    Test number
    268513472378
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/f tyre weathered (cracking)
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/f tyre weathered (cracking)

  15. Pass150,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    150,303 miles
    Test number
    297243450509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail150,303 miles (+1,663)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,303 miles
    Test number
    996201720534
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass148,640 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    148,640 miles
    Test number
    995380975025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass145,029 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    145,029 miles
    Test number
    208411174064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail145,025 miles (+3,135)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,025 miles
    Test number
    269756864096
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass141,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    141,890 miles
    Test number
    427717563077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail141,890 miles (+3,005)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,890 miles
    Test number
    835085963045
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  22. Pass138,885 miles (+2,109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    138,885 miles
    Test number
    165485762462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass136,776 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    136,776 miles
    Test number
    777063851084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail136,766 miles (+867)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,766 miles
    Test number
    267932151022
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

  25. Pass135,899 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    135,899 miles
    Test number
    744191140067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail135,888 miles (+1,393)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,888 miles
    Test number
    723460240042
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass134,495 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    134,495 miles
    Test number
    752292959064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass133,573 miles (+2,922)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    133,573 miles
    Test number
    411172848189
    • NoteFront & rear lower suspension wishbones corroded.
    • NoteUnderbody starting to get rusty in places.

  29. Pass130,651 miles (+3,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    130,651 miles
    Test number
    151286767179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  30. Pass127,118 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    127,118 miles
    Test number
    653146156197
    • NoteBoth rear sills and chassis legs starting to corrode

Questions about H673 KAD

Does H673 KAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H673 KAD is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on H673 KAD?
The MOT on H673 KAD is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H673 KAD done?
H673 KAD was recorded at 169,538 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 2,108 miles a year.
Has H673 KAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H673 KAD has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on H673 KAD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on H673 KAD find?
H673 KAD passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: all front suspension rubber bushes are deteriorating.

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