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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K85 TDLMOT history

K85 TDL is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 102,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

K85 TDL black 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 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
102,603 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K85 TDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K85 TDL was last recorded at 102,603 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,310 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
293 miles
Average per year
894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,603 miles
  • 2025 – 102,310 miles
  • 2024 – 101,618 miles
  • 2012 – 90,812 miles
  • 2011 – 89,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,603 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside has surface corrosion

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassiss

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 27 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,603 miles (+293)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    102,603 miles
    Test number
    512842322061
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface corrosion

  2. Pass102,310 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    102,310 miles
    Test number
    285689557177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside severe surface corrosion

  3. Fail102,306 miles (+688)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,306 miles
    Test number
    750033714886
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassiss (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside severe surface corrosion

  4. Pass101,618 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,618 miles
    Test number
    181729499457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,615 miles (+10,803)9 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,615 miles
    Test number
    586623659132
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass90,812 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    90,812 miles
    Test number
    208353302237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,216 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    89,216 miles
    Test number
    175572221277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,171 miles2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,171 miles
    Test number
    409338401208
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Questions about K85 TDL

Does K85 TDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K85 TDL is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K85 TDL?
The MOT on K85 TDL is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K85 TDL done?
K85 TDL was recorded at 102,603 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 894 miles a year.
Has K85 TDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K85 TDL has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on K85 TDL 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 K85 TDL find?
K85 TDL passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 pitted; nearside inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill; nearside suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassiss, and 3 more.

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