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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,840 cc

S14 KBXMOT history

S14 KBX is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

S14 KBX black 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 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,199 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,914 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S14 KBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S14 KBX was last recorded at 126,199 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,171 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
4,914 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,199 miles
  • 2025 – 119,212 miles
  • 2023 – 118,637 miles
  • 2022 – 116,904 miles
  • 2021 – 109,505 miles
  • 2020 – 108,948 miles
  • 2019 – 106,998 miles
  • 2018 – 100,962 miles
  • 2017 – 92,239 miles
  • 2016 – 82,753 miles
  • 2015 – 73,416 miles
  • 2014 – 65,385 miles
  • 2013 – 56,575 miles
  • 2012 – 50,166 miles
  • 2010 – 44,886 miles
  • 2009 – 34,667 miles
  • 2008 – 33,235 miles
  • 2007 – 31,766 miles
  • 2006 – 29,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,199 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,199 miles (+28)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,199 miles
    Test number
    639675878793
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail126,171 miles (+6,959)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,171 miles
    Test number
    295048720377
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass119,212 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    119,212 miles
    Test number
    730257669803
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLow effort nearside parking brake
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met (17%)

  4. Fail119,212 miles (+575)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,212 miles
    Test number
    861472800501
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLow effort nearside parking brake
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met (17%)

  5. Pass118,637 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    118,637 miles
    Test number
    509102343142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail118,619 miles (+1,715)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,619 miles
    Test number
    309712847663
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass116,904 miles (+7,399)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,904 miles
    Test number
    384035946985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,505 miles
    Test number
    381896598562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,505 miles (+557)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,505 miles
    Test number
    821545339736
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and tread low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel, previous weld patch has corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  10. Pass108,948 miles (+1,950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    108,948 miles
    Test number
    251923865665
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill . (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass106,998 miles (+6,036)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    106,998 miles
    Test number
    258797502483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,962 miles (+8,723)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,962 miles
    Test number
    648760749935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread worn low on edeges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass92,239 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    92,239 miles
    Test number
    297963825236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades are poor

  14. Fail92,239 miles (+9,486)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,239 miles
    Test number
    276371862923
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades are poor

  15. Pass82,753 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,753 miles
    Test number
    976330135791
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at rear of both outer sills(offside worse)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisorySlight blow from centre exhaust silencer

  16. Fail82,753 miles (+9,337)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,753 miles
    Test number
    899894237692
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at rear of both outer sills(offside worse)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisorySlight blow from centre exhaust silencer

  17. Pass73,416 miles (+8,031)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    956478355031
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside rear sill end/arch
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to offside rear outer sill

  18. Pass65,385 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    968375954037
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills corroding
    • NoteFront registration plate held on with string

  19. Fail65,385 miles (+8,810)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    916055444064
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills corroding
    • NoteFront registration plate held on with string

  20. Pass56,575 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,575 miles
    Test number
    216194573097
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Fail56,572 miles (+6,406)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,572 miles
    Test number
    335844173040
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  22. Pass50,166 miles (+5,280)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,166 miles
    Test number
    766940882026
    • NoteAll four tyres perished and cracking

  23. Pass44,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,886 miles
    Test number
    590926480258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,885 miles (+10,218)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,885 miles
    Test number
    292476580201
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  25. Pass34,667 miles (+1,432)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,667 miles
    Test number
    270954409240
    • NoteBoth front wiperblades split/poor condition-recommend immediate replacement

  26. Pass33,235 miles (+1,469)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,235 miles
    Test number
    980756308268
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass31,766 miles (+2,410)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,766 miles
    Test number
    660830627220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    29,356 miles
    Test number
    902920026255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S14 KBX

Does S14 KBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S14 KBX is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S14 KBX?
The MOT on S14 KBX is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S14 KBX done?
S14 KBX was recorded at 126,199 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 4,914 miles a year.
Has S14 KBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S14 KBX has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S14 KBX 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 S14 KBX find?
S14 KBX passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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