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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K25 SLMMOT history

K25 SLM is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 May 1993. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 123,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

K25 SLM 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 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
123,249 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K25 SLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
28 May 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K25 SLM was last recorded at 123,249 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 1,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,165 miles · 25 Nov 2014
Between the last two tests
1,084 miles
Average per year
1,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,249 miles
  • 2014 – 122,165 miles
  • 2013 – 117,822 miles
  • 2012 – 116,784 miles
  • 2011 – 114,078 miles
  • 2010 – 108,339 miles
  • 2009 – 102,318 miles
  • 2008 – 98,043 miles
  • 2007 – 95,588 miles
  • 2006 – 92,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,249 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,249 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    123,249 miles
    Test number
    763558292746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass122,165 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    122,165 miles
    Test number
    586809524377
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  3. Fail122,165 miles (+4,343)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,165 miles
    Test number
    826015824332
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  4. Pass117,822 miles (+1,038)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    117,822 miles
    Test number
    509602733355
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWindscreen chipped

  5. Pass116,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    116,784 miles
    Test number
    416215932304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,783 miles (+2,705)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,783 miles
    Test number
    569255832388
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass114,078 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    114,078 miles
    Test number
    665421971241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  8. Fail114,078 miles (+5,739)2 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,078 miles
    Test number
    877601171226
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  9. Pass108,339 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    108,339 miles
    Test number
    943207150221
    • NotePlay in both steering rack arms
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  10. Fail108,338 miles (+6,020)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,338 miles
    Test number
    322476850429
    • FailureCentre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePlay in both steering rack arms
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  11. Pass102,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    102,318 miles
    Test number
    164186789202
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  12. Fail102,318 miles (+4,275)4 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,318 miles
    Test number
    822263189287
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front brakes binding slightly

  13. Pass98,043 miles (+2,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    98,043 miles
    Test number
    831884578240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  14. Pass95,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    95,588 miles
    Test number
    402293617103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,588 miles (+3,144)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,588 miles
    Test number
    500413617166
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass92,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    92,444 miles
    Test number
    400246496069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K25 SLM

Does K25 SLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K25 SLM is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K25 SLM?
The MOT on K25 SLM is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K25 SLM done?
K25 SLM was recorded at 123,249 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 1,519 miles a year.
Has K25 SLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K25 SLM has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on K25 SLM 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 K25 SLM find?
K25 SLM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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