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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 1,600 cc

K48 BVMMOT history

K48 BVM is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 205,183 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

K48 BVM blue 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 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
205,183 km
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,296 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K48 BVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
2 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K48 BVM was last recorded at 205,183 km on 14 Jul 2026, 1,514 km more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,669 km · 16 Mar 2019
Between the last two tests
1,514 km
Average per year
2,296 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,183 km
  • 2019 – 203,669 km
  • 2018 – 197,795 km
  • 2011 – 176,612 km
  • 2007 – 172,939 km
  • 2006 – 158,960 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,183 km
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

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.

  • Centre exhaust has slight blow

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,183 km (+1,514)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    205,183 km
    Test number
    772954371991
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  2. Pass203,669 km (+5,874)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    203,669 km
    Test number
    762140462398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass197,795 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    197,795 km
    Test number
    455218931482
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust has slight blow

  4. Fail197,795 km8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,795 km
    Test number
    247713036405
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both front (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill and arches (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust has slight blow

  5. Pass184,467 miles (+1,084)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    184,467 miles
    Test number
    298117055190
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteVehicle's under side has slightly corroded

  6. Pass183,383 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    183,383 miles
    Test number
    469283664152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Fail183,342 miles (+1,455)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,342 miles
    Test number
    838817654136
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass181,887 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    181,887 miles
    Test number
    505621523184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass178,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    178,675 miles
    Test number
    197016732194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail178,675 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,675 miles
    Test number
    696829022169
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

  11. Pass176,612 km
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    176,612 km
    Test number
    177877741179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass174,925 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    174,925 miles
    Test number
    721585940128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail174,915 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,915 miles
    Test number
    721795620102
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

  14. Pass172,939 km (+13,979)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    172,939 km
    Test number
    823899747186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass158,960 km
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    158,960 km
    Test number
    193357246109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K48 BVM

Does K48 BVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K48 BVM is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K48 BVM?
The MOT on K48 BVM is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K48 BVM done?
K48 BVM was recorded at 205,183 km at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 2,296 km a year.
Has K48 BVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K48 BVM has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on K48 BVM 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 K48 BVM find?
K48 BVM passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 4 more.

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