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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,597 cc

L42 KLSMOT history

L42 KLS is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 11 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 75,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

L42 KLS red 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 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
75,109 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L42 KLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
11 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L42 KLS was last recorded at 75,109 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jan 2013: 64,511 miles, lower than 69,486 miles on 26 Jan 2012.

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
74,852 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,109 miles
  • 2025 – 74,852 miles
  • 2021 – 74,842 miles
  • 2020 – 73,198 miles
  • 2019 – 70,960 miles
  • 2018 – 68,877 miles
  • 2017 – 67,193 miles
  • 2016 – 66,711 miles
  • 2015 – 65,968 miles
  • 2014 – 65,071 miles
  • 2013 – 64,511 miles
  • 2012 – 69,486 miles
  • 2011 – 62,480 miles
  • 2010 – 62,058 miles
  • 2009 – 61,663 miles
  • 2008 – 61,106 miles
  • 2007 – 59,357 miles
  • 2006 – 57,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail75,109 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in floor (footwell) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake pipes are covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Underside corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail75,109 miles (+257)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,109 miles
    Test number
    663179083001
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in floor (footwell) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake pipes are covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS and OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass74,852 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    74,852 miles
    Test number
    771794392924
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail74,847 miles (+5)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,847 miles
    Test number
    358337022281
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis Outrigger and Floor Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Out Rigger Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail74,842 miles (+1,644)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,842 miles
    Test number
    266084319142
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box & pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill holed at front & rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill holed at front & rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass73,198 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    286040187082
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  6. Fail73,195 miles (+2,235)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,195 miles
    Test number
    147242977083
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  7. Pass70,960 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,960 miles
    Test number
    233968671045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  8. Fail70,959 miles (+2,082)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,959 miles
    Test number
    813990391063
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  9. Pass68,877 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,877 miles
    Test number
    552134748937
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusty

  10. Fail68,815 miles (+1,622)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,815 miles
    Test number
    642276027897
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor holed (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill holed at front & rear outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracked slightly

  11. Pass67,193 miles (+482)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,193 miles
    Test number
    777360296324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass66,711 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    66,711 miles
    Test number
    223784118497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail66,711 miles (+743)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,711 miles
    Test number
    996851801481
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass65,968 miles (+897)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    65,968 miles
    Test number
    397500755054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,071 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,071 miles
    Test number
    258032524090
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass65,071 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,071 miles
    Test number
    807912224050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,511 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    64,511 miles
    Test number
    438342233048
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail64,511 miles (-4,975)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,511 miles
    Test number
    697231833079
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail69,486 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,486 miles
    Test number
    137476722403
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass69,486 miles (+7,006)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,486 miles
    Test number
    975346722034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,480 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    62,480 miles
    Test number
    139438841465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,058 miles (+395)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    62,058 miles
    Test number
    510611420011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,663 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    61,663 miles
    Test number
    912778749077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,106 miles (+1,749)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    61,106 miles
    Test number
    901854948031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,357 miles (+1,870)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    59,357 miles
    Test number
    101865847426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail57,487 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,487 miles
    Test number
    604082416025
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass57,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    57,487 miles
    Test number
    813952216021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L42 KLS

Does L42 KLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L42 KLS is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L42 KLS?
The MOT on L42 KLS is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L42 KLS done?
L42 KLS was recorded at 75,109 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 856 miles a year.
Has L42 KLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L42 KLS has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L42 KLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L42 KLS find?
L42 KLS failed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in floor (footwell); nearside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holes; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg, and 8 more.

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