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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,597 cc

LS05 KPRMOT history

LS05 KPR is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 100,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

LS05 KPR grey 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 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,844 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 KPR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 KPR was last recorded at 100,844 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,842 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,844 miles
  • 2025 – 98,532 miles
  • 2023 – 91,725 miles
  • 2022 – 82,470 miles
  • 2021 – 71,976 miles
  • 2020 – 69,884 miles
  • 2019 – 66,600 miles
  • 2018 – 62,262 miles
  • 2017 – 56,121 miles
  • 2016 – 52,251 miles
  • 2015 – 49,789 miles
  • 2014 – 48,096 miles
  • 2013 – 37,462 miles
  • 2012 – 34,347 miles
  • 2011 – 30,370 miles
  • 2010 – 24,523 miles
  • 2009 – 18,718 miles
  • 2008 – 14,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,844 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,844 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,844 miles
    Test number
    639150763792
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail100,842 miles (+2,310)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,842 miles
    Test number
    545663431405
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass98,532 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    98,532 miles
    Test number
    328932989863
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail98,527 miles (+6,802)1 dangerous3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,527 miles
    Test number
    279695434919
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass91,725 miles (+9,255)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,725 miles
    Test number
    850670484473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,470 miles (+285)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    82,470 miles
    Test number
    744734635544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILLS BOTH SIDES (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail82,185 miles (+10,209)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,185 miles
    Test number
    723002314329
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE FLUID LOW
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILLS BOTH SIDES (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass71,976 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    71,976 miles
    Test number
    977153836551
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear exhaust flanges .1 of 2 bolts missing, corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low in reservoir

  9. Fail71,976 miles (+2,092)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,976 miles
    Test number
    720635784824
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure anti roll bar link pin broken (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear exhaust flanges .1 of 2 bolts missing, corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low in reservoir

  10. Pass69,884 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    69,884 miles
    Test number
    437860053563
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail69,879 miles (+3,279)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,879 miles
    Test number
    485213738078
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass66,600 miles (+4,338)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,600 miles
    Test number
    105557882636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,262 miles
    Test number
    527060650515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,262 miles (+6,141)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,262 miles
    Test number
    974717187630
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass56,121 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,121 miles
    Test number
    652696594703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    52,251 miles
    Test number
    435149215446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,251 miles (+2,462)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,251 miles
    Test number
    363881523360
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass49,789 miles (+1,693)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,789 miles
    Test number
    537732365173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,096 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    48,096 miles
    Test number
    795296794202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,116 miles (+8,654)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,116 miles
    Test number
    998285364156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,462 miles (+3,115)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,462 miles
    Test number
    205622253179
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre sidewall
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  22. Pass34,347 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,347 miles
    Test number
    195983382459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,370 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,370 miles
    Test number
    299721681090
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass30,370 miles (+5,847)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    30,370 miles
    Test number
    647671381056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,523 miles (+5,805)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    24,523 miles
    Test number
    373982680026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,718 miles (+3,765)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,718 miles
    Test number
    991039779079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,953 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    14,953 miles
    Test number
    174960748125
    • NoteFront number plate holder broken but not loose

Questions about LS05 KPR

Does LS05 KPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 KPR is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 KPR?
The MOT on LS05 KPR is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 KPR done?
LS05 KPR was recorded at 100,844 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 4,793 miles a year.
Has LS05 KPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 KPR has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 KPR 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 LS05 KPR find?
LS05 KPR passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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