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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,598 cc

K76 JHLMOT history

K76 JHL is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 161,143 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

K76 JHL red 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 7 Jul 2026
Mileage
161,143 km
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,130 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K76 JHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K76 JHL was last recorded at 161,143 km on 23 Jul 2026, 1,460 km more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jun 2008: 36,488 miles, lower than 131,484 miles on 11 May 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,683 km · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,460 km
Average per year
1,130 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,143 km
  • 2025 – 159,683 km
  • 2024 – 157,921 km
  • 2023 – 152,386 km
  • 2022 – 152,346 km
  • 2021 – 152,279 km
  • 2020 – 152,151 km
  • 2019 – 151,404 km
  • 2018 – 150,483 km
  • 2017 – 150,107 km
  • 2015 – 148,733 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail161,143 km
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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 Rear brake pad material, deteriorated/crumbling

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail161,143 km (+1,460)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,143 km
    Test number
    230930392818
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass159,683 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    159,683 km
    Test number
    147002018362
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail159,683 km (+1,762)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,683 km
    Test number
    875217686112
    • MajorCentral Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass157,921 km (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    157,921 km
    Test number
    944217664535
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pad material, deteriorated/crumbling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail157,918 km (+5,532)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,918 km
    Test number
    145611375124
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pad material, deteriorated/crumbling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass152,386 km (+40)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    152,386 km
    Test number
    285380961295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass152,346 km (+67)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    152,346 km
    Test number
    428249853173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass152,279 km (+128)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    152,279 km
    Test number
    479389962326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass152,151 km (+747)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    152,151 km
    Test number
    661809934996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass151,404 km (+921)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,404 km
    Test number
    109503180423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass150,483 km (+376)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    150,483 km
    Test number
    590187752547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass150,107 km (+1,374)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    150,107 km
    Test number
    702688630550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass148,733 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    148,733 km
    Test number
    995432915225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass148,202 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    148,202 miles
    Test number
    566436794183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail148,162 miles (+1,602)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,162 miles
    Test number
    306420394197
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)
    • FailureNearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)
    • FailureOffside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

  16. Pass146,560 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    146,560 miles
    Test number
    198386373118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail146,485 miles (+1,933)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,485 miles
    Test number
    637071663155
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass144,552 miles (+1,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    144,552 miles
    Test number
    595090162124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass143,420 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    143,420 miles
    Test number
    636454551173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass141,395 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    141,395 miles
    Test number
    621588150147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass138,934 miles (+102,446)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    138,934 miles
    Test number
    530634259146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,488 miles (-94,996)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    143456958120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass131,484 miles (+12,280)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    131,484 miles
    Test number
    734301837174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass119,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    119,204 miles
    Test number
    794282026170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail119,204 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,204 miles
    Test number
    922257416130
    • FailureBrake pedal fouling on other parts of the vehicle (3.3.A.4)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about K76 JHL

Does K76 JHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K76 JHL expired on 7 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K76 JHL?
The MOT on K76 JHL expired on 7 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K76 JHL done?
K76 JHL was recorded at 161,143 km at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,130 km a year.
Has K76 JHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K76 JHL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K76 JHL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K76 JHL find?
K76 JHL failed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 6 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 8 more.

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