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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S32 KLGMOT history

S32 KLG is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 126,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

S32 KLG blue 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 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
126,180 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S32 KLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S32 KLG was last recorded at 126,180 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Sept 2018: 113,121 miles, lower than 117,052 miles on 8 Sept 2017.

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
125,539 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
641 miles
Average per year
3,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,180 miles
  • 2025 – 125,539 miles
  • 2023 – 123,959 miles
  • 2021 – 122,904 miles
  • 2019 – 122,578 miles
  • 2018 – 113,121 miles
  • 2017 – 117,052 miles
  • 2016 – 112,694 miles
  • 2015 – 105,733 miles
  • 2014 – 102,327 miles
  • 2013 – 98,303 miles
  • 2012 – 94,547 miles
  • 2011 – 90,317 miles
  • 2010 – 86,804 miles
  • 2009 – 82,875 miles
  • 2007 – 68,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,180 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryKnocking noise from steering rack on full lock to each side

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.

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance slightly discoloured (1.3.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,180 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    126,180 miles
    Test number
    403675754700
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise from steering rack on full lock to each side

  2. Fail126,180 miles (+641)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,180 miles
    Test number
    566127751817
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise from steering rack on full lock to each side

  3. Pass125,539 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    125,539 miles
    Test number
    884263337314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass123,959 miles (+1,055)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    123,959 miles
    Test number
    662291282600
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt UNDER TRAY SLIGHTLY LOOSE,AND TOUNCHING GAITER. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass122,904 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    122,904 miles
    Test number
    342125813258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,898 miles (+320)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,898 miles
    Test number
    664214276929
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded All rear steel brake pipes are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe leaking (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass122,578 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,578 miles
    Test number
    190658505812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,560 miles (+9,439)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,560 miles
    Test number
    455944751653
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  9. Pass113,121 miles (-3,931)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    113,121 miles
    Test number
    641160192576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass117,052 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    117,052 miles
    Test number
    318429706910
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance slightly discoloured (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail117,051 miles (+4,357)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,051 miles
    Test number
    690941862092
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance slightly discoloured (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass112,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    112,694 miles
    Test number
    654963483334
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  13. Fail112,694 miles (+6,961)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,694 miles
    Test number
    238335107486
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  14. Pass105,733 miles (+3,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    105,733 miles
    Test number
    467724048323
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  15. Pass102,327 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    102,327 miles
    Test number
    479203624214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,303 miles (+3,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    98,303 miles
    Test number
    155090423263
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass94,547 miles (+4,230)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    94,547 miles
    Test number
    676573422237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,317 miles (+3,513)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    90,317 miles
    Test number
    918563321257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,804 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,804 miles
    Test number
    161542930214
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass86,804 miles (+3,929)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    86,804 miles
    Test number
    324382730200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    82,875 miles
    Test number
    114542139273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,875 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,875 miles
    Test number
    193562139201
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass76,080 km
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,080 km
    Test number
    330829628405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    68,482 miles
    Test number
    394007347274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,482 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,482 miles
    Test number
    242987247241
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Questions about S32 KLG

Does S32 KLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S32 KLG is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S32 KLG?
The MOT on S32 KLG is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S32 KLG done?
S32 KLG was recorded at 126,180 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 3,052 miles a year.
Has S32 KLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S32 KLG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S32 KLG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Sept 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S32 KLG find?
S32 KLG passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; knocking noise from steering rack on full lock to each side.

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