Mazda MX-5
White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc
K62 BVMMOT history
K62 BVM is a white petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 300,605 km recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 300,605 km
- At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 15
- 11 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 8,228 km
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- K62 BVM
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,597 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1993
- First used
- 1 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
K62 BVM was last recorded at 300,605 km on 26 Aug 2026, 16,030 km more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 284,575 km · 28 Jun 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 16,030 km
- Average per year
- 8,228 km
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 300,605 km
- 2024 – 284,575 km
- 2023 – 263,151 km
- 2022 – 228,751 km
- 2021 – 200,965 km
- 2014 – 157,415 km
- 2008 – 155,445 km
What the latest MOT found
Pass300,605 km
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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.
Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner wheel arch upper
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2008
Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2008
Full MOT history
15 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass300,605 km5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 300,605 km
- Test number
- 208957187119
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass291,919 miles (+10)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 291,919 miles
- Test number
- 641232092566
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner wheel arch upper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail291,909 miles3 dangerous10 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 291,909 miles
- Test number
- 595653228614
- DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner wheel arch upper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass284,575 km (+21,424)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 284,575 km
- Test number
- 175320707275
- AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened x 4 (5.3.1 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass263,151 km (+34,400)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 263,151 km
- Test number
- 133295764712
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass228,751 km (+157)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 228,751 km
- Test number
- 332750599111
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened x 4 coil springs (5.3.1 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail228,594 km (+27,629)2 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 228,594 km
- Test number
- 787969690663
- MajorBody panel damaged and likely to cause injury both front wing . (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder body corrosion.
Pass200,965 km4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 200,965 km
- Test number
- 259387680547
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPassanger seat removed at time of test
Pass159,556 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 159,556 miles
- Test number
- 918681101621
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass157,415 km (+1,970)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 157,415 km
- Test number
- 847047754028
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass155,445 km3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 155,445 km
- Test number
- 243166108322
- AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
Fail155,445 km (+2,374)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 155,445 km
- Test number
- 724535208398
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
Fail153,071 km1 dangerous5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,071 km
- Test number
- 183514568201
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureSteering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Pass126,572 miles (+18,040)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 126,572 miles
- Test number
- 240536887472
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass108,532 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 108,532 miles
- Test number
- 130033576440
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about K62 BVM
- Does K62 BVM currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K62 BVM is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on K62 BVM?
- The MOT on K62 BVM is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has K62 BVM done?
- K62 BVM was recorded at 300,605 km at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 8,228 km a year.
- Has K62 BVM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. K62 BVM has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2025.
- Has the mileage on K62 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 K62 BVM find?
- K62 BVM passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.
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