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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,840 cc

K20 ELEMOT history

K20 ELE is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 167,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

K20 ELE 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 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
167,471 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K20 ELE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K20 ELE was last recorded at 167,471 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 2,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,349 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,122 miles
Average per year
3,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,471 miles
  • 2025 – 165,349 miles
  • 2024 – 165,098 miles
  • 2023 – 164,704 miles
  • 2022 – 164,126 miles
  • 2021 – 163,730 miles
  • 2020 – 163,703 miles
  • 2019 – 163,662 miles
  • 2018 – 162,727 miles
  • 2017 – 161,781 miles
  • 2015 – 160,488 miles
  • 2014 – 158,154 miles
  • 2013 – 156,363 miles
  • 2012 – 155,529 miles
  • 2011 – 153,120 miles
  • 2010 – 147,423 miles
  • 2009 – 137,234 miles
  • 2008 – 122,191 miles
  • 2007 – 102,300 miles
  • 2006 – 86,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,471 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing has corrosionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt: retracting mechanism housing slightly worn but secureRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,471 miles (+2,122)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    167,471 miles
    Test number
    857207177930
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt: retracting mechanism housing slightly worn but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass165,349 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    165,349 miles
    Test number
    815834416897
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt: retracting mechanism housing slightly worn but secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

  3. Fail165,348 miles (+250)1 dangerous3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,348 miles
    Test number
    323407701261
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt: retracting mechanism housing slightly worn but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + wearing outer edge 185/60r14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

  4. Pass165,098 miles (+394)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    165,098 miles
    Test number
    507803658589
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass164,704 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    164,704 miles
    Test number
    835685687998
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail164,704 miles (+578)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,704 miles
    Test number
    829595960951
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass164,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    164,126 miles
    Test number
    948626923061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail164,126 miles (+396)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,126 miles
    Test number
    226990669410
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass163,730 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    163,730 miles
    Test number
    199798613339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass163,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    163,703 miles
    Test number
    172957145142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail163,703 miles (+41)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,703 miles
    Test number
    393398692604
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass163,662 miles (+935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    163,662 miles
    Test number
    590446474089
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass162,727 miles (+946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    162,727 miles
    Test number
    221918791174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass161,781 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    161,781 miles
    Test number
    565458742022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail161,770 miles (+1,282)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,770 miles
    Test number
    451389977281
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass160,488 miles (+2,334)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    160,488 miles
    Test number
    199474695165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside front inner sill hole but not withhin any pescribed area
    • NoteNearside rear wheel has slight bind
    • NoteOffside front inner sill hole but not withhin any pescribed area

  17. Pass158,154 miles (+23)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    158,154 miles
    Test number
    457497694115
    • NoteAll vuderside corroding

  18. Fail158,131 miles (+1,768)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,131 miles
    Test number
    827894784168
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAll vuderside corroding

  19. Pass156,363 miles (+834)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    156,363 miles
    Test number
    178969883151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail155,529 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,529 miles
    Test number
    276556062463
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  21. Pass155,529 miles (+2,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    155,529 miles
    Test number
    729546462102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  22. Pass153,120 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    153,120 miles
    Test number
    659800381147
    • NoteO/s outer sill rusty

  23. Fail153,112 miles (+5,689)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,112 miles
    Test number
    457208651110
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass147,423 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    147,423 miles
    Test number
    350586460104
    • NoteBoth rear outer sill rusty
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  25. Fail147,423 miles (+10,189)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,423 miles
    Test number
    802796360177
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sill rusty
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  26. Pass137,234 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    137,234 miles
    Test number
    431818469110
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  27. Fail137,234 miles (+15,043)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,234 miles
    Test number
    363806169176
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre perishing

  28. Fail122,191 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,191 miles
    Test number
    304233968178
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has surface crack in rubber.

  29. Pass122,191 miles (+19,891)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    122,191 miles
    Test number
    910013368119
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has surface crack in rubber.

  30. Pass102,300 miles (+15,985)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    102,300 miles
    Test number
    630236657172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass86,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    86,315 miles
    Test number
    403968956172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K20 ELE

Does K20 ELE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K20 ELE is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K20 ELE?
The MOT on K20 ELE is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K20 ELE done?
K20 ELE was recorded at 167,471 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 3,986 miles a year.
Has K20 ELE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K20 ELE has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K20 ELE 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 K20 ELE find?
K20 ELE passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside front; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and lower, and 9 more.

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