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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K34 YELMOT history

K34 YEL is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 125,756 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

K34 YEL 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 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,756 km
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,708 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K34 YEL
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
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K34 YEL was last recorded at 125,756 km on 14 Apr 2026, 1,932 km more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,824 km · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,932 km
Average per year
2,708 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,756 km
  • 2025 – 123,824 km
  • 2024 – 123,716 km
  • 2023 – 121,076 km
  • 2022 – 120,576 km
  • 2021 – 119,713 km
  • 2020 – 119,076 km
  • 2019 – 118,596 km
  • 2017 – 116,567 km
  • 2016 – 115,321 km
  • 2012 – 88,855 km
  • 2011 – 86,505 km
  • 2010 – 83,030 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,756 km

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,756 km (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,756 km
    Test number
    444451568676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass123,824 km (+108)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    123,824 km
    Test number
    365525192288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,716 km
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    123,716 km
    Test number
    302809757304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail123,716 km (+2,640)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,716 km
    Test number
    104091076385
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

  5. Pass121,076 km (+500)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,076 km
    Test number
    862608229481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,576 km (+863)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,576 km
    Test number
    442718242787
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass119,713 km (+637)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,713 km
    Test number
    876976878219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,076 km (+480)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    119,076 km
    Test number
    242396653420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,596 km
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,596 km
    Test number
    678248758881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass117,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    117,234 miles
    Test number
    531869562735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail117,234 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,234 miles
    Test number
    378336760861
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass116,567 km
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,567 km
    Test number
    911723326549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,321 miles
    Test number
    162077355945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,321 km5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,321 km
    Test number
    213370219536
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner arch liner loose

  15. Pass111,463 miles (+1,539)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    111,463 miles
    Test number
    855579735279
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close limit
    • NoteO/s/r tyre split
    • NoteRear tyres close limit

  16. Pass109,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,924 miles
    Test number
    555293284140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail109,924 miles (+10,011)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,924 miles
    Test number
    275503784102
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass99,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    99,913 miles
    Test number
    198594233143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,855 km (+2,350)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,855 km
    Test number
    737773502157
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAdvise some corrosion on chassis
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass86,505 km2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    86,505 km
    Test number
    228268081139
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail86,505 km (+3,475)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,505 km
    Test number
    358048081151
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass83,030 km
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    83,030 km
    Test number
    533126680154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail83,030 km2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,030 km
    Test number
    982276580180
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  24. Pass79,896 miles (+4,294)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    79,896 miles
    Test number
    503628989136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    75,602 miles
    Test number
    393629698102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail75,602 miles (+4,396)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,602 miles
    Test number
    841557698142
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass71,206 miles (+7,932)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,206 miles
    Test number
    754345887184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass63,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    63,274 miles
    Test number
    300392896149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K34 YEL

Does K34 YEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K34 YEL is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K34 YEL?
The MOT on K34 YEL is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K34 YEL done?
K34 YEL was recorded at 125,756 km at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 2,708 km a year.
Has K34 YEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K34 YEL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on K34 YEL 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 K34 YEL find?
K34 YEL passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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