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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1992 · 1,597 cc

K94 OYJMOT history

K94 OYJ is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1992. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 249,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2025.

K94 OYJ black 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 17 Jul 2026
Mileage
249,146 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K94 OYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
31 Dec 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K94 OYJ was last recorded at 249,146 miles on 11 Jul 2025, 2,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
246,576 miles · 18 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
2,570 miles
Average per year
6,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 249,146 miles
  • 2024 – 246,576 miles
  • 2013 – 230,713 miles
  • 2010 – 207,266 miles
  • 2008 – 194,146 miles
  • 2007 – 169,676 miles
  • 2006 – 147,852 miles
  • 2005 – 131,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,146 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass249,146 miles (+2,570)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    249,146 miles
    Test number
    548101554690
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass246,576 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    246,576 miles
    Test number
    205750741355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail245,551 miles13 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,551 miles
    Test number
    707553918133
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust leaks. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Brake hose on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Fowling brake hose on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass245,542 km (+4,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    245,542 km
    Test number
    883564769204
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass241,412 km (+1,860)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    241,412 km
    Test number
    290712511765
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer arch corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r inner arch painted
    • AdvisoryWelds painted with thick paint

  6. Pass239,552 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    239,552 km
    Test number
    645679688766
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r arch corroded

  7. Fail239,552 km (+4,444)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,552 km
    Test number
    984834535223
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r arch corroded

  8. Pass235,108 km (+1,127)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    235,108 km
    Test number
    394522687701
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material fronts and rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded fronts and rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all fronts and rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near side and off side rear,near side front and off side front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner arches corroded but not in prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryFog lamp lense faded

  9. Pass233,981 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    233,981 km
    Test number
    861518352252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under side of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass230,713 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    230,713 miles
    Test number
    759435953161
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteCorrosion around both front lower arms

  11. Pass219,585 km (+7,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    219,585 km
    Test number
    928226192083
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  12. Pass211,686 km (+22)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    211,686 km
    Test number
    137398361067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail211,664 km5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,664 km
    Test number
    629427061049
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

  14. Pass207,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    207,266 miles
    Test number
    483782570019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail207,266 miles (+13,120)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,266 miles
    Test number
    363602770019
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass194,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    194,146 miles
    Test number
    662850848326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail194,146 miles (+24,470)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,146 miles
    Test number
    263459538326
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  18. Pass169,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    169,676 miles
    Test number
    954594547361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail169,676 miles (+21,824)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,676 miles
    Test number
    422250047473
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass147,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    147,852 miles
    Test number
    333200246300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail147,852 miles (+16,474)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,852 miles
    Test number
    980419236336
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass131,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    131,378 miles
    Test number
    591075255362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Questions about K94 OYJ

Does K94 OYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K94 OYJ expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K94 OYJ?
The MOT on K94 OYJ expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K94 OYJ done?
K94 OYJ was recorded at 249,146 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2025, an average of 6,023 miles a year.
Has K94 OYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K94 OYJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on K94 OYJ 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 K94 OYJ find?
K94 OYJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides.

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