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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K74 KNUMOT history

K74 KNU is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

K74 KNU 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 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
106,235 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K74 KNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
14 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K74 KNU was last recorded at 106,235 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,200 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
1,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,235 miles
  • 2025 – 104,770 miles
  • 2024 – 103,983 miles
  • 2022 – 100,884 miles
  • 2021 – 99,379 miles
  • 2017 – 92,082 miles
  • 2016 – 89,962 miles
  • 2014 – 85,216 miles
  • 2013 – 83,366 miles
  • 2012 – 79,344 miles
  • 2010 – 76,602 miles
  • 2009 – 73,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,235 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front wings corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear fog lamp missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,235 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    106,235 miles
    Test number
    358686558914
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded

  2. Fail106,200 miles (+1,430)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,200 miles
    Test number
    392910368845
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings corroded

  3. Pass104,770 miles (+787)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    104,770 miles
    Test number
    924728286172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass103,983 miles (+83)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    103,983 miles
    Test number
    172702144875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail103,900 miles1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,900 miles
    Test number
    649834700652
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,593 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,593 km
    Test number
    700655793651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass100,884 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,884 miles
    Test number
    586947187999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail100,884 miles (+1,505)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,884 miles
    Test number
    344677863011
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass99,379 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,379 miles
    Test number
    146453523313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,340 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,340 miles
    Test number
    731609630131
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass98,272 km (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,272 km
    Test number
    778707064330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,497 km (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    94,497 km
    Test number
    811045275878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,489 km2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,489 km
    Test number
    585354123444
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass92,082 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    92,082 miles
    Test number
    868647253436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    89,962 miles
    Test number
    781638693520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut to the side wall, but not deep enough to expose ply/cords

  16. Pass86,947 km
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,947 km
    Test number
    526709725283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,216 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,216 miles
    Test number
    749381614238
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail85,200 miles (+1,834)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,200 miles
    Test number
    518559394175
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass83,366 miles (+4,022)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,366 miles
    Test number
    108404883178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,344 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    79,344 miles
    Test number
    568359952132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,334 miles (+104)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,334 miles
    Test number
    226848352178
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Fail79,230 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,230 miles
    Test number
    366403852122
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

  23. Pass78,137 km
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,137 km
    Test number
    838132751103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,602 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,602 miles
    Test number
    264881380002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,038 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    73,038 miles
    Test number
    230653889073
    • NoteSuspension components corroding

Questions about K74 KNU

Does K74 KNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K74 KNU is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K74 KNU?
The MOT on K74 KNU is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K74 KNU done?
K74 KNU was recorded at 106,235 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 1,901 miles a year.
Has K74 KNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K74 KNU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K74 KNU 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 K74 KNU find?
K74 KNU passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: both front wings corroded.

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