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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1992 · 1,597 cc

K92 PEMMOT history

K92 PEM is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Dec 1992. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 151,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2023.

K92 PEM silver 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 30 Jun 2024
Mileage
151,940 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K92 PEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
30 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K92 PEM was last recorded at 151,940 miles on 1 Jul 2023, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jan 2016: 131,251 miles, lower than 143,687 miles on 22 Jan 2015.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,899 miles · 10 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
2,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,940 miles
  • 2022 – 151,899 miles
  • 2021 – 150,944 miles
  • 2020 – 150,139 miles
  • 2019 – 148,993 miles
  • 2018 – 147,871 miles
  • 2017 – 146,902 miles
  • 2016 – 131,251 miles
  • 2015 – 143,687 miles
  • 2014 – 142,434 miles
  • 2013 – 140,790 miles
  • 2012 – 138,810 miles
  • 2010 – 134,938 miles
  • 2009 – 131,251 miles
  • 2008 – 121,064 miles
  • 2007 – 116,089 miles
  • 2005 – 107,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,940 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear under body corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Long handbrake travel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,940 miles (+41)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    151,940 miles
    Test number
    716611164670
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear under body corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail151,899 miles (+955)1 dangerous14 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,899 miles
    Test number
    799351055857
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing/ sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass150,944 miles (+10)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    150,944 miles
    Test number
    578852109735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel

  4. Fail150,934 miles (+795)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,934 miles
    Test number
    471841857140
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel

  5. Pass150,139 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    150,139 miles
    Test number
    702099355675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail150,139 miles (+1,146)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,139 miles
    Test number
    674715025258
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisoryNs inner sill welding poor

  7. Pass148,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    148,993 miles
    Test number
    475321067328
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced poor condition and heavely welded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail148,993 miles (+1,122)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,993 miles
    Test number
    103968529210
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced poor condition and heavely welded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass147,871 miles (+969)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    147,871 miles
    Test number
    869027171478
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorosion on underside and susp/parts
    • AdvisoryLong travel on handbrake

  10. Pass146,902 miles (+15,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    146,902 miles
    Test number
    330540573770
    • AdvisoryLight corosion on exhaust
    • AdvisorySome light corosion on underside and susp/parts

  11. Pass131,251 miles (-12,436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    131,251 miles
    Test number
    674647963718
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms corroding

  12. Pass143,687 miles (+1)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    143,687 miles
    Test number
    285292325066
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has small cuts in inner sidewall
    • NoteRear tyres wear on inner edges
    • NoteVehicle underside, suspension & braking components are corroding

  13. Fail143,686 miles (+1,252)4 failures2 repaired8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,686 miles
    Test number
    755580525075
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front floor to inner sill is corroded and holed out of prescribed areas
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has small cuts in inner sidewall
    • NoteRear tyres wear on inner edges
    • NoteVehicle underside, suspension & braking components are corroding

  14. Pass142,434 miles (+1,644)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    142,434 miles
    Test number
    917443024035
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll suspension bushes and gaitors are perished
    • NoteOffside front sill to floor area is corroded and holed (not within prescribed areas)
    • NoteVehicle underside, suspension and braking components are corroding

  15. Pass140,790 miles (+1,980)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    140,790 miles
    Test number
    467117513043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to offside front floor/inner sill out of prescribed area
    • NoteCorrosion to underside, suspension and braking components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has slight wear on inner edge

  16. Pass138,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    138,810 miles
    Test number
    878474432094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail138,810 miles (+3,872)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,810 miles
    Test number
    268426512084
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass134,938 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    134,938 miles
    Test number
    822610950324
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail134,935 miles (+3,684)5 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,935 miles
    Test number
    881759340324
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass131,251 miles (+5,912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    131,251 miles
    Test number
    454241859415
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  21. Pass125,339 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    125,339 miles
    Test number
    384734419072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail125,328 miles (+4,264)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,328 miles
    Test number
    134418109429
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  23. Fail121,064 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,064 miles
    Test number
    344824508035
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass121,064 miles (+4,975)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    121,064 miles
    Test number
    492024508084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass116,089 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    116,089 miles
    Test number
    444155807017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass107,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    107,401 miles
    Test number
    253785255318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K92 PEM

Does K92 PEM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K92 PEM expired on 30 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K92 PEM?
The MOT on K92 PEM expired on 30 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K92 PEM done?
K92 PEM was recorded at 151,940 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2023, an average of 2,541 miles a year.
Has K92 PEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K92 PEM has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on K92 PEM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jan 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K92 PEM find?
K92 PEM passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2023 with 7 advisories: central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central rear oil leak, but not excessive; central rear under body corroded, and 4 more.

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