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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1992 · 1,597 cc

K21 EYVMOT history

K21 EYV is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 4 Nov 1992. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 169,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

K21 EYV 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 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
169,259 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K21 EYV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
4 Nov 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K21 EYV was last recorded at 169,259 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,256 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 169,259 miles
  • 2024 – 167,019 miles
  • 2023 – 166,639 miles
  • 2021 – 166,536 miles
  • 2019 – 166,112 miles
  • 2017 – 164,884 miles
  • 2016 – 162,419 miles
  • 2015 – 161,648 miles
  • 2014 – 160,837 miles
  • 2013 – 159,138 miles
  • 2012 – 156,684 miles
  • 2011 – 152,030 miles
  • 2010 – 146,394 miles
  • 2009 – 143,106 miles
  • 2008 – 139,233 miles
  • 2007 – 136,636 miles
  • 2006 – 123,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,259 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVarious corrosion underbodyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front number plate damaged.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Steering rack shows oil/fluid contamination.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,259 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    169,259 miles
    Test number
    738376941266
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion underbody
  2. Fail169,256 miles (+2,237)11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,256 miles
    Test number
    416974882027
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion underbody
  3. Pass167,019 miles (+380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    167,019 miles
    Test number
    469444008069
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass166,639 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    166,639 miles
    Test number
    620968444759
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail166,639 miles (+103)4 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,639 miles
    Test number
    982369298563
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass166,536 miles (+424)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    166,536 miles
    Test number
    350030880009
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body has slight corrosion
  7. Pass166,112 miles (+1,228)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    166,112 miles
    Test number
    660143613567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass164,884 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    164,884 miles
    Test number
    326421462042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass162,419 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    162,419 miles
    Test number
    705211341495
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged.
    • AdvisorySteering rack shows oil/fluid contamination.
  10. Fail162,409 miles (+761)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,409 miles
    Test number
    952544346431
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged.
    • AdvisorySteering rack shows oil/fluid contamination.
  11. Pass161,648 miles (+16)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    161,648 miles
    Test number
    507942644593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs show evidence of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate shows damage.
    • AdvisoryFront service brakes show imbalance 16%
    • AdvisoryFuel line corrosion.
    • AdvisoryLower engine/gearbox areas show oil/fluid contamination.
    • AdvisoryOff side rear outer sill section shows weakness due to corrosion.
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes show corrosion.
    • AdvisoryVarious power assisted steering system components show oil/fluid contamination.
  12. Fail161,632 miles (+795)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,632 miles
    Test number
    368632388298
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs show evidence of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate shows damage.
    • AdvisoryFront service brakes show imbalance 16%
    • AdvisoryFuel line corrosion.
    • AdvisoryLower engine/gearbox areas show oil/fluid contamination.
    • AdvisoryOff side rear outer sill section shows weakness due to corrosion.
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes show corrosion.
    • AdvisoryVarious power assisted steering system components show oil/fluid contamination.
  13. Pass160,837 miles (+1,699)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    160,837 miles
    Test number
    119524884215
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteOffside front brake pad appears low
  14. Pass159,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    159,138 miles
    Test number
    575401273037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail159,138 miles (+2,454)1 dangerous2 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,138 miles
    Test number
    908970073096
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteFront registration plate shows damage.
    • NoteFront service brakes show imbalance.
    • NoteNear side front washers provide no fluid to clear the screen inconjunction with the wiper blades.
    • NoteNear side front wiper blade rubber split and is smearing the screen.
    • NoteOff side rear wheel rim shows damage.
    • NoteVarious power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.
  16. Pass156,684 miles (+102)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    156,684 miles
    Test number
    799111802101
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery insecure
  17. Fail156,582 miles (+4,552)1 dangerous7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,582 miles
    Test number
    955099582013
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery insecure
  18. Pass152,030 miles (+119)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    152,030 miles
    Test number
    315651581081
    • NoteNear side rear outer sill shows weakness due to corrosion.
    • NoteNear side rear tyre tread shows uneven wear and is bald at the edge.
    • NoteVarious metal brake pipes show corrosion/pitting.
    • NoteVarious power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.
  19. Fail151,911 miles (+5,517)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,911 miles
    Test number
    635843471052
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNear side rear outer sill shows weakness due to corrosion.
    • NoteNear side rear tyre tread shows uneven wear and is bald at the edge.
    • NoteVarious metal brake pipes show corrosion/pitting.
    • NoteVarious power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.
  20. Pass146,394 miles (+3,288)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    146,394 miles
    Test number
    933253380073
    • NoteNearside front brake pipe corroding
  21. Pass143,106 miles (+3,873)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    143,106 miles
    Test number
    264787079077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass139,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    139,233 miles
    Test number
    161309878441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail139,233 miles (+2,597)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,233 miles
    Test number
    331299378056
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  24. Pass136,636 miles (+13,196)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    136,636 miles
    Test number
    912619567060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass123,440 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    123,440 miles
    Test number
    813788966071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBumper insecure

Questions about K21 EYV

Does K21 EYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K21 EYV is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K21 EYV?
The MOT on K21 EYV is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K21 EYV done?
K21 EYV was recorded at 169,259 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 2,328 miles a year.
Has K21 EYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K21 EYV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K21 EYV 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 K21 EYV find?
K21 EYV passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; various corrosion underbody.

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