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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1992 · 1,597 cc

K32 WBUMOT history

K32 WBU is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Sept 1992. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2024.

K32 WBU black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2025
Mileage
126,971 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K32 WBU
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
10 Sept 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K32 WBU was last recorded at 126,971 miles on 31 Oct 2024, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,947 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
2,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 126,971 miles
  • 2020 – 126,841 miles
  • 2018 – 125,580 miles
  • 2017 – 123,026 miles
  • 2016 – 121,354 miles
  • 2015 – 119,935 miles
  • 2014 – 118,371 miles
  • 2013 – 115,584 miles
  • 2012 – 104,918 miles
  • 2011 – 91,947 miles
  • 2010 – 79,814 miles
  • 2009 – 72,082 miles
  • 2006 – 71,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,971 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded and greased (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal varoius repairs (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,971 miles (+24)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,971 miles
    Test number
    811179939552
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded and greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal varoius repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,947 miles (+106)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,947 miles
    Test number
    955940307136
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corroded and greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal varoius repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,841 miles (+60)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    126,841 miles
    Test number
    772539301865
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear corrosion, all other pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  4. Fail126,781 miles (+1,201)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,781 miles
    Test number
    644005157899
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail/floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Chassis rail (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear corrosion, all others greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  5. Pass125,580 miles (+2,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,580 miles
    Test number
    821353174118
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Arch starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Arch starting to corrode

  6. Pass123,026 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    123,026 miles
    Test number
    136128181766
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail123,022 miles (+1,668)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,022 miles
    Test number
    849980141325
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass121,354 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    121,354 miles
    Test number
    519413803868
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail121,353 miles (+1,418)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,353 miles
    Test number
    424963388928
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass119,935 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    119,935 miles
    Test number
    950623194713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll fuel pipes slightly coroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail119,934 miles (+1,563)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,934 miles
    Test number
    840984752368
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner + outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll fuel pipes slightly coroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass118,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    118,371 miles
    Test number
    575235324291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail118,371 miles (+2,787)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,371 miles
    Test number
    578750724243
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass115,584 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    115,584 miles
    Test number
    619736793117
    • NoteN/s rear sill corroded

  15. Fail115,584 miles (+10,666)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,584 miles
    Test number
    755420193136
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s rear sill corroded

  16. Pass104,918 miles (+12,971)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    104,918 miles
    Test number
    445616202251
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Pass91,947 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    91,947 miles
    Test number
    488028701208
    • 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)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  18. Fail91,947 miles (+12,133)10 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,947 miles
    Test number
    538607901254
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteRear discs slightly deteriated

  19. Pass79,814 miles (+7,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    79,814 miles
    Test number
    274487200235
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass72,082 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,082 miles
    Test number
    383302509283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteLight corrosion in various areas underside of vehicle
    • NoteLight corrosion under bonnet on top of chassis n/s and o/s
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
    • NoteVarious front and rear suspension parts corroded roll bars arms etc

  21. Fail72,082 miles (+475)3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,082 miles
    Test number
    621981209204
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteLight corrosion in various areas underside of vehicle
    • NoteLight corrosion under bonnet on top of chassis n/s and o/s
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
    • NoteVarious front and rear suspension parts corroded roll bars arms etc

  22. Pass71,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    71,607 miles
    Test number
    261614246059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,607 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,607 miles
    Test number
    260144246007
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about K32 WBU

Does K32 WBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K32 WBU expired on 30 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K32 WBU?
The MOT on K32 WBU expired on 30 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K32 WBU done?
K32 WBU was recorded at 126,971 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2024, an average of 2,959 miles a year.
Has K32 WBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K32 WBU has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on K32 WBU 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 WBU find?
K32 WBU passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both, and 7 more.

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