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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1992 · 1,590 cc

K96 PGOMOT history

K96 PGO is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 158,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

K96 PGO green 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 8 May 2026
Mileage
158,469 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K96 PGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K96 PGO was last recorded at 158,469 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 2,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Dec 2009: 110,898 miles, lower than 110,986 miles on 14 Apr 2008.

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
155,681 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,788 miles
Average per year
2,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,469 miles
  • 2025 – 155,681 miles
  • 2024 – 151,587 miles
  • 2023 – 144,202 miles
  • 2021 – 144,138 miles
  • 2020 – 138,081 miles
  • 2019 – 132,948 miles
  • 2018 – 127,670 miles
  • 2017 – 125,224 miles
  • 2016 – 124,216 miles
  • 2014 – 117,043 miles
  • 2013 – 115,549 miles
  • 2012 – 113,290 miles
  • 2011 – 112,346 miles
  • 2010 – 111,167 miles
  • 2009 – 110,898 miles
  • 2008 – 110,986 miles
  • 2007 – 109,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,469 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust system becoming weak and corroded in parts
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and lowers arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch holed and corroded not within prescribed area
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNear side and offside outer body side sills showing corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnder body vehicle structure showing corrosion in parts

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail158,469 miles (+2,788)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,469 miles
    Test number
    738455780292
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust system becoming weak and corroded in parts
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and lowers arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch holed and corroded not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side and offside outer body side sills showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder body vehicle structure showing corrosion in parts

  2. Pass155,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    155,681 miles
    Test number
    295082677022
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch holed & corroded not within prescribed area.

  3. Fail155,681 miles (+4,094)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,681 miles
    Test number
    716436357914
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch holed & corroded not within prescribed area.

  4. Pass151,587 miles (+100)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    151,587 miles
    Test number
    595809242907
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange joint before cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake becoming low on reserve travel

  5. Fail151,487 miles (+7,285)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,487 miles
    Test number
    951733046918
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange joint before cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake becoming low on reserve travel

  6. Pass144,202 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    144,202 miles
    Test number
    322019858305
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leak at front flange of cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail144,185 miles (+47)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,185 miles
    Test number
    534349348678
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability top securing nuts missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched flexi pipe fowling rear wheel rim (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leak at front flange of cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail144,138 miles (+6,057)1 dangerous9 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,138 miles
    Test number
    323855763408
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched not long enough in full lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill to floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light showing white light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill to floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass138,081 miles (+5,133)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    138,081 miles
    Test number
    314398728849
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth chassis rails damaged
    • AdvisorySome corrosion underneath not within prescribed area also parts undersealed

  10. Pass132,948 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,948 miles
    Test number
    796748678365
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all b/p undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill holed but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle has varied amounts of corrosion

  11. Fail132,937 km6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,937 km
    Test number
    862180835470
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all b/p undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill holed but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle has varied amounts of corrosion

  12. Pass127,670 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    127,670 miles
    Test number
    133400745544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam pattern poor
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  13. Fail127,670 miles (+2,446)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,670 miles
    Test number
    111848053876
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong size letters (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam pattern poor
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  14. Pass125,224 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    125,224 miles
    Test number
    366186932783
    • 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)

  15. Fail125,224 miles (+1,008)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,224 miles
    Test number
    424669926093
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • 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)

  16. Pass124,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    124,216 miles
    Test number
    587865865817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail124,216 miles (+7,173)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,216 miles
    Test number
    578368870316
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass117,043 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    117,043 miles
    Test number
    625821414357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass115,549 miles (+2,259)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    115,549 miles
    Test number
    578002213307
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight underbody corrosion.

  20. Pass113,290 miles (+944)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    113,290 miles
    Test number
    776622912392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass112,346 miles (+1,179)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    112,346 miles
    Test number
    647711321332
    • NoteWhole under body corroded not holed

  22. Pass111,167 miles (+269)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    111,167 miles
    Test number
    944942420398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass110,898 miles (-88)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    110,898 miles
    Test number
    554081149324
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteWhole under body corroded not holed all susspension part corroded not excess

  24. Pass110,986 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    110,986 miles
    Test number
    442815508148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass109,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    109,832 miles
    Test number
    401672407177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail109,832 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,832 miles
    Test number
    822411307185
    • FailureNearside Inner Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

  27. Pass108,525 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    108,525 km
    Test number
    791143306174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K96 PGO

Does K96 PGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K96 PGO expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K96 PGO?
The MOT on K96 PGO expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K96 PGO done?
K96 PGO was recorded at 158,469 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 2,555 miles a year.
Has K96 PGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K96 PGO has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K96 PGO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Dec 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K96 PGO find?
K96 PGO failed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 3 major defects and 7 advisories: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center exhaust joint; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; hazard warning lamps inoperative, and 7 more.

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