Mazda MX-5
Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,798 cc
V5 KAGMOT history
V5 KAG is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 Feb 2009. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2022 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 97,370 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 28 Jan 2022
- Mileage
- 97,370 mi
- At MOT on 4 Aug 2025
- MOT tests
- 15
- 10 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 5,379 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V5 KAG
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,798 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 27 Feb 2009
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 28 Jan 2022
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Aug 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
V5 KAG was last recorded at 97,370 miles on 4 Aug 2025, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 97,335 miles · 14 Jun 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 35 miles
- Average per year
- 5,379 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 97,370 miles
- 2022 – 97,335 miles
- 2021 – 92,539 miles
- 2020 – 88,376 miles
- 2019 – 83,029 miles
- 2018 – 70,117 miles
- 2017 – 58,428 miles
- 2015 – 39,016 miles
- 2014 – 31,229 miles
- 2013 – 27,694 miles
- 2012 – 24,752 miles
What the latest MOT found
Fail97,370 miles
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R16 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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 Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Nearside Rear Differential oil seal slight leak
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
15 tests since 3 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail97,370 miles (+35)10 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,370 miles
- Test number
- 101979002340
- 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))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50R16 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail97,335 miles (+4,796)10 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,335 miles
- Test number
- 204616370500
- 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))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass92,539 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 92,539 miles
- Test number
- 689854434416
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Differential oil seal slight leak
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail92,539 miles (+4,163)3 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,539 miles
- Test number
- 633009899164
- MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Differential oil seal slight leak
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass88,376 miles (+5,347)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 88,376 miles
- Test number
- 641411733439
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass83,029 miles (+12,912)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 83,029 miles
- Test number
- 813734244118
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass70,117 miles (+11,689)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 70,117 miles
- Test number
- 801385828302
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
Pass58,428 miles (+19,412)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 58,428 miles
- Test number
- 597103248722
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,016 miles (+6,327)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 39,016 miles
- Test number
- 117768573490
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail32,689 miles1 repaired2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 32,689 miles
- Test number
- 318164515062
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- NoteRear Brake Discs Corroded But Not Affecting Brake Efficiency
- NoteRear Brake Pads APPEAR Low
Pass32,689 miles (+1,460)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 32,689 miles
- Test number
- 387784515073
- NoteRear Brake Discs Corroded But Not Affecting Brake Efficiency
- NoteRear Brake Pads APPEAR Low
Pass31,229 miles (+3,535)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 31,229 miles
- Test number
- 865517414083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,694 miles (+2,942)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 27,694 miles
- Test number
- 268065923050
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,752 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 24,752 miles
- Test number
- 297264232096
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail24,752 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 24,752 miles
- Test number
- 295314132073
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
Questions about V5 KAG
- Does V5 KAG currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on V5 KAG expired on 28 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on V5 KAG?
- The MOT on V5 KAG expired on 28 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has V5 KAG done?
- V5 KAG was recorded at 97,370 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2025, an average of 5,379 miles a year.
- Has V5 KAG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V5 KAG has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
- Has the mileage on V5 KAG 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 V5 KAG find?
- V5 KAG failed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2025 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 13 more.
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