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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,999 cc

J417 KENMOT history

J417 KEN is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

J417 KEN blue 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 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
64,771 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J417 KEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J417 KEN was last recorded at 64,771 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 2,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
62,586 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,185 miles
Average per year
3,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,771 miles
  • 2025 – 62,586 miles
  • 2024 – 60,653 miles
  • 2023 – 58,794 miles
  • 2022 – 58,195 miles
  • 2021 – 56,317 miles
  • 2020 – 54,844 miles
  • 2019 – 53,047 miles
  • 2018 – 49,940 miles
  • 2017 – 46,115 miles
  • 2016 – 41,469 miles
  • 2015 – 37,867 miles
  • 2014 – 34,982 miles
  • 2013 – 30,432 miles
  • 2012 – 26,565 miles
  • 2011 – 23,392 miles
  • 2010 – 16,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,771 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sills both sides (7.1.1 (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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,771 miles (+2,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    64,771 miles
    Test number
    412410591056
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sills both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass62,586 miles (+1,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    62,586 miles
    Test number
    468856268940
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass60,653 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    60,653 miles
    Test number
    199191889593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,794 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    58,794 miles
    Test number
    269098528546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,195 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    58,195 miles
    Test number
    944325705481
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all droplink ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail58,195 miles (+1,878)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,195 miles
    Test number
    605264382350
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all droplink ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass56,317 miles (+1,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    56,317 miles
    Test number
    587764302224
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass54,844 miles (+1,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    54,844 miles
    Test number
    857365986672
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass53,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    53,047 miles
    Test number
    336345820291
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. fronts pull left (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail53,047 miles (+3,107)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,047 miles
    Test number
    388438060961
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. fronts pull left (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD INSIDE (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass49,940 miles (+3,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    49,940 miles
    Test number
    406770115799
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting D bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  12. Pass46,115 miles (+4,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,115 miles
    Test number
    844870394348
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inside edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  13. Pass41,469 miles (+3,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,469 miles
    Test number
    981699283852
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass37,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,867 miles
    Test number
    738573874246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,867 miles (+2,885)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,867 miles
    Test number
    566590641288
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pads (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure drop link (2.4.G.1)
  16. Pass34,982 miles (+4,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    34,982 miles
    Test number
    487110734218
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass30,432 miles (+3,867)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    30,432 miles
    Test number
    288914113258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,565 miles (+3,173)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    26,565 miles
    Test number
    587277222220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,392 miles (+7,344)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    23,392 miles
    Test number
    996392221201
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on outer edges
  20. Pass16,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    16,048 miles
    Test number
    323837730408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail16,048 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,048 miles
    Test number
    351727230248
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about J417 KEN

Does J417 KEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J417 KEN is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J417 KEN?
The MOT on J417 KEN is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J417 KEN done?
J417 KEN was recorded at 64,771 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 3,045 miles a year.
Has J417 KEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J417 KEN has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on J417 KEN 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 J417 KEN find?
J417 KEN passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear outer sills both sides.

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