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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,840 cc

L19 KSSMOT history

L19 KSS is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 17 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.

L19 KSS silver 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 1 May 2027
Mileage
96,164 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L19 KSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
2 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L19 KSS was last recorded at 96,164 miles on 2 May 2026, 3,989 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,175 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,989 miles
Average per year
2,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,164 miles
  • 2025 – 92,175 miles
  • 2022 – 92,102 miles
  • 2021 – 92,087 miles
  • 2020 – 92,087 miles
  • 2017 – 88,369 miles
  • 2016 – 83,012 miles
  • 2015 – 80,522 miles
  • 2014 – 77,421 miles
  • 2013 – 73,017 miles
  • 2012 – 68,577 miles
  • 2011 – 63,124 miles
  • 2010 – 60,365 miles
  • 2009 – 56,447 miles
  • 2008 – 54,108 miles
  • 2007 – 50,709 miles
  • 2006 – 47,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,164 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fitted (louder than normal)
  • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension kit fitted

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components to it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components to it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,164 miles (+3,989)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,164 miles
    Test number
    675534526191
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAftermarket exhaust fitted (louder than normal)
    • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension kit fitted
  2. Pass92,175 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    92,175 miles
    Test number
    476298736015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,102 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,102 miles
    Test number
    984663655097
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components to it (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components to it (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
  4. Fail92,102 miles (+15)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,102 miles
    Test number
    687950831690
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components to it (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and components to it (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass92,087 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    92,087 miles
    Test number
    227304593577
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail92,087 miles (+3,718)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,087 miles
    Test number
    220149496252
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass88,369 miles (+5,357)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,369 miles
    Test number
    786742122302
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box flange. (7.1.2)
    • 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)
  8. Pass83,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    83,012 miles
    Test number
    945367815088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,012 miles (+2,490)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,012 miles
    Test number
    944968833181
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
  10. Pass80,522 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,522 miles
    Test number
    241132704662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,421 miles (+4,404)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    77,421 miles
    Test number
    987124724356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,017 miles (+4,440)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    73,017 miles
    Test number
    975705723386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,577 miles (+5,453)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,577 miles
    Test number
    805646802326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,124 miles (+2,759)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,124 miles
    Test number
    886922331396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,365 miles (+3,918)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    60,365 miles
    Test number
    792447950359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,447 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    56,447 miles
    Test number
    112759929333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,108 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,108 miles
    Test number
    590121038362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,709 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,709 miles
    Test number
    420788017319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    47,655 miles
    Test number
    733574636354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    154687225376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L19 KSS

Does L19 KSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L19 KSS is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L19 KSS?
The MOT on L19 KSS is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L19 KSS done?
L19 KSS was recorded at 96,164 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 2,498 miles a year.
Has L19 KSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L19 KSS has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L19 KSS 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 L19 KSS find?
L19 KSS passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake lever worn, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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