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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K53 KRBMOT history

K53 KRB is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 143,040 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

K53 KRB black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,040 km
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
478 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K53 KRB
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
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K53 KRB was last recorded at 143,040 km on 25 Mar 2026, 656 km more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,384 km · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
656 km
Average per year
478 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,040 km
  • 2025 – 142,384 km
  • 2024 – 142,334 km
  • 2020 – 142,286 km
  • 2019 – 141,790 km
  • 2012 – 141,724 km
  • 2010 – 139,923 km
  • 2006 – 133,620 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,040 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront both n/s and o/s bottom ball joint dust covers cracking
  • AdvisoryFront both n/s and o/s track rod end dust covers cracking
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,040 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,040 km
    Test number
    968423516172
    • AdvisoryFront both n/s and o/s bottom ball joint dust covers cracking
    • AdvisoryFront both n/s and o/s track rod end dust covers cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail143,040 km (+656)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,040 km
    Test number
    635881119657
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both n/s and o/s bottom ball joint dust covers cracking
    • AdvisoryFront both n/s and o/s track rod end dust covers cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass142,384 km (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,384 km
    Test number
    259935029321
    • AdvisoryUnderside slight corrosion

  4. Pass142,334 km (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    142,334 km
    Test number
    800319951277
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspensions components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed underneath

  5. Pass142,286 km (+496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,286 km
    Test number
    386443063465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded not excessive

  6. Pass141,790 km (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,790 km
    Test number
    628433542203
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass141,724 km (+1,801)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    141,724 km
    Test number
    717795062262
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRust on suspension parts and flor from standing

  8. Pass139,923 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    139,923 km
    Test number
    371253020467
    • NoteRusting on floors and suspension

  9. Pass138,821 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    138,821 miles
    Test number
    971645129255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass138,618 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    138,618 miles
    Test number
    183351428278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail138,581 miles5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,581 miles
    Test number
    310687678121
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCut in n/s/f tyre sidewall

  12. Pass133,620 km (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    133,620 km
    Test number
    600631886110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail133,615 km5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,615 km
    Test number
    590290486140
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about K53 KRB

Does K53 KRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K53 KRB is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K53 KRB?
The MOT on K53 KRB is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K53 KRB done?
K53 KRB was recorded at 143,040 km at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 478 km a year.
Has K53 KRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K53 KRB has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K53 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 K53 KRB find?
K53 KRB passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front both n/s and o/s bottom ball joint dust covers cracking; front both n/s and o/s track rod end dust covers cracking; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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