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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,839 cc

K88 GOWMOT history

K88 GOW is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 24 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

K88 GOW 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 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,900 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 GOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 GOW was last recorded at 72,900 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 2,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,840 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,060 miles
Average per year
3,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,900 miles
  • 2025 – 70,840 miles
  • 2024 – 68,121 miles
  • 2023 – 64,052 miles
  • 2022 – 60,939 miles
  • 2021 – 59,245 miles
  • 2020 – 58,268 miles
  • 2019 – 56,567 miles
  • 2018 – 53,198 miles
  • 2017 – 49,611 miles
  • 2016 – 45,967 miles
  • 2015 – 42,680 miles
  • 2014 – 41,665 miles
  • 2013 – 37,505 miles
  • 2012 – 35,624 miles
  • 2011 – 32,952 miles
  • 2010 – 30,644 miles
  • 2009 – 22,501 miles
  • 2008 – 16,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,900 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Eml lamp on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,900 miles
    Test number
    717958043059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,900 miles (+2,060)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,900 miles
    Test number
    448541610296
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass70,840 miles (+2,719)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    70,840 miles
    Test number
    201121662157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes slightly corroded.

  4. Pass68,121 miles (+4,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    68,121 miles
    Test number
    230921444522
    • AdvisoryRear tyres nearing wear indicators.

  5. Pass64,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    64,052 miles
    Test number
    886559854253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail64,052 miles (+3,113)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,052 miles
    Test number
    207281942687
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass60,939 miles (+1,694)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    60,939 miles
    Test number
    140236954664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,245 miles (+977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    59,245 miles
    Test number
    187860590189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass58,268 miles (+1,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    58,268 miles
    Test number
    469225717980
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass56,567 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,567 miles
    Test number
    372178215093
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail56,567 miles (+3,369)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,567 miles
    Test number
    931437344972
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass53,198 miles (+3,587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,198 miles
    Test number
    555642152232
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s & o/s (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass49,611 miles (+3,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    49,611 miles
    Test number
    965356240370
    • AdvisoryEml lamp on

  14. Pass45,967 miles (+3,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,967 miles
    Test number
    203391397403
    • AdvisoryEml lamp on

  15. Pass42,680 miles (+1,015)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,680 miles
    Test number
    585468675006
    • NoteEml lamp on

  16. Pass41,665 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,665 miles
    Test number
    125720284458
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail41,665 miles (+4,160)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,665 miles
    Test number
    555899474068
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass37,505 miles (+1,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,505 miles
    Test number
    587077573058
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Fail35,624 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,624 miles
    Test number
    815492682025
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass35,624 miles (+2,672)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,624 miles
    Test number
    836072682057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,952 miles
    Test number
    148963781474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,952 miles (+2,308)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,952 miles
    Test number
    627763181010
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass30,644 miles (+8,143)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,644 miles
    Test number
    592450370083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,501 miles (+5,797)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,501 miles
    Test number
    514999069024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,704 miles
    Test number
    153947578027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 GOW

Does K88 GOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 GOW is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 GOW?
The MOT on K88 GOW is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 GOW done?
K88 GOW was recorded at 72,900 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 3,102 miles a year.
Has K88 GOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 GOW has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K88 GOW 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 K88 GOW find?
K88 GOW passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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