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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K32 KRBMOT history

K32 KRB is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

K32 KRB 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 Jun 2027
Mileage
143,449 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K32 KRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K32 KRB was last recorded at 143,449 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,392 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
1,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,449 miles
  • 2025 – 143,392 miles
  • 2024 – 143,154 miles
  • 2023 – 142,900 miles
  • 2021 – 142,756 miles
  • 2018 – 142,661 miles
  • 2017 – 142,213 miles
  • 2014 – 141,282 miles
  • 2012 – 140,495 miles
  • 2011 – 138,751 miles
  • 2010 – 135,306 miles
  • 2009 – 131,345 miles
  • 2008 – 125,592 miles
  • 2006 – 117,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,449 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body and all suspension components
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    143,449 miles
    Test number
    563204032999
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body and all suspension components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail143,449 miles (+57)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,449 miles
    Test number
    376419454397
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body and all suspension components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass143,392 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    143,392 miles
    Test number
    860795361834
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to chassis/body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail143,392 miles (+238)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,392 miles
    Test number
    205823855224
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to chassis/body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass143,154 miles (+254)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    143,154 miles
    Test number
    269615100578
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll anti-roll bar link bushes detieriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to body and suspension components
  6. Pass142,900 miles (+144)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    142,900 miles
    Test number
    367352182700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass142,756 miles (+95)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    142,756 miles
    Test number
    970727772361
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded, not considered excessive
  8. Pass142,661 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,661 miles
    Test number
    130910562108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    142,213 miles
    Test number
    755260201521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail142,213 miles (+931)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,213 miles
    Test number
    876500839420
    • Repaired at testOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  11. Pass141,282 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    141,282 miles
    Test number
    708235814176
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  12. Fail141,282 miles (+787)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,282 miles
    Test number
    869425314152
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  13. Fail140,495 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,495 miles
    Test number
    319270202392
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  14. Pass140,495 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    140,495 miles
    Test number
    796090902376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass138,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    138,751 miles
    Test number
    765511391233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail138,751 miles (+3,445)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,751 miles
    Test number
    747610591213
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass135,306 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    135,306 miles
    Test number
    122748770224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass131,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    131,345 miles
    Test number
    151989879209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail131,345 miles (+5,753)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,345 miles
    Test number
    450695479241
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  20. Pass125,592 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    125,592 miles
    Test number
    233154668149
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s front brake slight binding (readings lower)
  21. Pass120,730 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    120,730 km
    Test number
    273712267166
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  22. Pass117,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    117,183 miles
    Test number
    854317066149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K32 KRB

Does K32 KRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K32 KRB is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K32 KRB?
The MOT on K32 KRB is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K32 KRB done?
K32 KRB was recorded at 143,449 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 1,313 miles a year.
Has K32 KRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K32 KRB has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K32 KRB 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 K32 KRB find?
K32 KRB passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: general corrosion to body and all suspension components; oil leak, but not excessive.

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