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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K36 DHNMOT history

K36 DHN is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 151,487 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

K36 DHN 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 Oct 2027
Mileage
151,487 km
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,011 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K36 DHN
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 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K36 DHN was last recorded at 151,487 km on 14 Oct 2026, 12 km more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,475 km · 12 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
12 km
Average per year
2,011 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,487 km
  • 2025 – 148,647 km
  • 2024 – 145,547 km
  • 2023 – 138,789 km
  • 2022 – 132,316 km
  • 2021 – 130,344 km
  • 2020 – 126,660 km
  • 2019 – 122,436 km
  • 2018 – 119,459 km
  • 2005 – 108,444 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,487 km
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security covered with sealant and under seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,487 km (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    151,487 km
    Test number
    595149929984
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security covered with sealant and under seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail151,475 km (+2,828)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,475 km
    Test number
    765278983012
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security covered with sealant and under seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,647 km (+3,100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    148,647 km
    Test number
    720006956656
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,547 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    145,547 km
    Test number
    577838601207
    • AdvisoryMinimal reserve travel in parking brake lever

  5. Fail145,547 km (+6,758)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,547 km
    Test number
    477158974215
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryMinimal reserve travel in parking brake lever

  6. Pass138,789 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    138,789 km
    Test number
    587750086075
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail138,789 km (+6,473)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,789 km
    Test number
    973530171211
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,316 km (+1,972)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    132,316 km
    Test number
    265212712321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,344 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,344 km
    Test number
    560617922068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,344 km (+3,684)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,344 km
    Test number
    582421495259
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

  11. Pass126,660 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,660 km
    Test number
    725072005316
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Fail126,660 km (+4,224)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,660 km
    Test number
    694009063120
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  13. Pass122,436 km
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,436 km
    Test number
    767376441515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,530 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    119,530 miles
    Test number
    655845689842
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  15. Fail119,459 km2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,459 km
    Test number
    989505599247
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass116,452 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,452 miles
    Test number
    172320059076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass113,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    113,021 miles
    Test number
    321491523918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,021 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,021 miles
    Test number
    722708916990
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. Wrong rotation (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. Wrong rotation (4.1.A.1a)

  19. Pass108,444 km
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2006
    Odometer
    108,444 km
    Test number
    214019135460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K36 DHN

Does K36 DHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K36 DHN is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K36 DHN?
The MOT on K36 DHN is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K36 DHN done?
K36 DHN was recorded at 151,487 km at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 2,011 km a year.
Has K36 DHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K36 DHN has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K36 DHN 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 K36 DHN find?
K36 DHN passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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