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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K59 JNVMOT history

K59 JNV is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 174,235 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2024.

K59 JNV silver Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2025
Mileage
174,235 km
At MOT on 1 Aug 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,907 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K59 JNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K59 JNV was last recorded at 174,235 km on 1 Aug 2024, 9 km more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,226 km · 19 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
9 km
Average per year
3,907 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 174,235 km
  • 2023 – 173,137 km
  • 2014 – 143,357 km
  • 2011 – 129,592 km
  • 2007 – 106,715 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,235 km
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2007

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,235 km (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    174,235 km
    Test number
    517493817388
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail174,226 km (+1,089)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,226 km
    Test number
    551996200487
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass173,137 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    173,137 km
    Test number
    681950857845
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail173,137 miles (+10,609)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,137 miles
    Test number
    890774749823
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass162,528 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    162,528 miles
    Test number
    642813243412
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail162,461 miles (+1,388)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,461 miles
    Test number
    721015345682
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire manifold (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.93 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 2.21% (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working but vehicle registered before 2009

  7. Pass161,073 miles (+6,200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    161,073 miles
    Test number
    869601776446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass154,873 miles (+10,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    154,873 miles
    Test number
    799011339112
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just passed

  9. Pass144,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    144,459 miles
    Test number
    597208345148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,357 km
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    143,357 km
    Test number
    239207144446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail142,312 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,312 miles
    Test number
    327801133123
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass142,312 miles (+7,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    142,312 miles
    Test number
    379931033145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail135,038 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,038 miles
    Test number
    445012832146
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass135,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    135,038 miles
    Test number
    819932632144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass129,592 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    129,592 km
    Test number
    679377221138
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail129,592 km3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,592 km
    Test number
    856287121187
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass126,275 miles (+6,244)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    126,275 miles
    Test number
    930761720186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass120,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    120,031 miles
    Test number
    693428929141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail120,030 miles (+8,619)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,030 miles
    Test number
    301268629164
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass111,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    111,411 miles
    Test number
    143066638128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass106,715 km (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    106,715 km
    Test number
    821600627107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail106,713 km11 failures5 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,713 km
    Test number
    291611417420
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  23. Pass98,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    98,306 miles
    Test number
    974228616162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail98,306 miles (+6,553)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,306 miles
    Test number
    384807516129
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

  25. Pass91,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    91,753 miles
    Test number
    701043415166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail91,753 miles5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,753 miles
    Test number
    914043415182
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracked and perrised
    • NoteLowering road springs fitted front and rear

Questions about K59 JNV

Does K59 JNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K59 JNV expired on 31 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K59 JNV?
The MOT on K59 JNV expired on 31 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K59 JNV done?
K59 JNV was recorded at 174,235 km at its MOT on 1 Aug 2024, an average of 3,907 km a year.
Has K59 JNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K59 JNV has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on K59 JNV 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 K59 JNV find?
K59 JNV passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2024 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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