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Mazda RX-7

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 2,000 cc

K56 ROTMOT history

K56 ROT is a black petrol Mazda RX-7 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 70,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
70,469 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K56 ROT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-7
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K56 ROT was last recorded at 70,469 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,451 miles · 1 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
1,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,469 miles
  • 2015 – 70,387 miles
  • 2014 – 69,472 miles
  • 2012 – 67,012 miles
  • 2011 – 61,747 miles
  • 2010 – 59,373 miles
  • 2009 – 53,277 miles
  • 2008 – 46,123 miles
  • 2007 – 38,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,469 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 11 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,469 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    70,469 miles
    Test number
    883788139061
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail70,451 miles (+64)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,451 miles
    Test number
    345989313791
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed lambda to hi (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  3. Pass70,387 miles (+915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,387 miles
    Test number
    427818045144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  4. Pass69,472 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,472 miles
    Test number
    258843644446
    • NoteFront bump stops deteriorated/worn away
    • NoteN/s/r shock feels weak
    • NoteRear engine coolent leak

  5. Fail69,472 miles (+2,460)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,472 miles
    Test number
    787311544190
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • NoteFront bump stops deteriorated/worn away
    • NoteN/s/r shock feels weak
    • NoteRear engine coolent leak

  6. Pass67,012 miles (+5,265)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    67,012 miles
    Test number
    137854402435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,747 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,747 miles
    Test number
    568740791012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front and o/s/r tyre slighty worn on edges

  8. Fail61,747 miles (+2,374)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,747 miles
    Test number
    206250791080
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front and o/s/r tyre slighty worn on edges
    • NoteFront wipers not clearing very well

  9. Pass59,373 miles (+6,096)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    59,373 miles
    Test number
    494901940383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,277 miles (+7,154)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    53,277 miles
    Test number
    764097339305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,123 miles (+7,460)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    46,123 miles
    Test number
    101643448391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,663 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    38,663 miles
    Test number
    733315747396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNoise from front of vehicle when driving

Questions about K56 ROT

Does K56 ROT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K56 ROT is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K56 ROT?
The MOT on K56 ROT is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K56 ROT done?
K56 ROT was recorded at 70,469 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 1,707 miles a year.
Has K56 ROT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K56 ROT has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K56 ROT 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 K56 ROT find?
K56 ROT passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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