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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

V75 KBMMOT history

V75 KBM is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 64,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2025.

V75 KBM silver Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2024
Mileage
64,792 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V75 KBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V75 KBM was last recorded at 64,792 miles on 22 Aug 2025, 682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,110 miles · 29 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
682 miles
Average per year
1,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,792 miles
  • 2023 – 64,110 miles
  • 2022 – 63,436 miles
  • 2021 – 60,434 miles
  • 2019 – 57,628 miles
  • 2018 – 57,453 miles
  • 2017 – 56,251 miles
  • 2016 – 48,129 miles
  • 2015 – 42,211 miles
  • 2014 – 40,197 miles
  • 2013 – 39,795 miles
  • 2012 – 39,524 miles
  • 2011 – 39,254 miles
  • 2010 – 38,757 miles
  • 2009 – 38,088 miles
  • 2008 – 37,568 miles
  • 2007 – 37,421 miles
  • 2006 – 36,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail64,792 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage loose mount bolt not fully secured. (7.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s + n/s. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s + n/s. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryLower underbody / suspension areas surface corroding.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail64,792 miles (+682)7 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,792 miles
    Test number
    608753097746
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage loose mount bolt not fully secured. (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s + n/s. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s + n/s. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower underbody / suspension areas surface corroding.

  2. Pass64,110 miles (+674)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    64,110 miles
    Test number
    642621930030
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s tyres worn inner /outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle & components corroded

  3. Pass63,436 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    63,436 miles
    Test number
    247247336394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail63,435 miles (+14)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,435 miles
    Test number
    428809757691
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel spongy (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail63,421 miles (+2,987)1 dangerous1 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,421 miles
    Test number
    857706931259
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s + n/s. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower underbody + suspension areas front & rear.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s + n/s. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass60,434 miles (+2,806)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,434 miles
    Test number
    412247835165
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass57,628 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,628 miles
    Test number
    237564558164
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension frames /components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter corrosion developing N/S & O/S outer sills
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/R & O/S/R disc faces rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail57,628 miles (+175)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,628 miles
    Test number
    621259266232
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded transverse brake pipe/N/S/R (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension frames /components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter corrosion developing N/S & O/S outer sills
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/R & O/S/R disc faces rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass57,453 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,453 miles
    Test number
    440589852681
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material transverse (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both rear outer sills
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  10. Fail57,453 miles (+1,202)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,453 miles
    Test number
    621888562365
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material transverse (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both rear outer sills
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  11. Pass56,251 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,251 miles
    Test number
    782060283778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  12. Fail56,251 miles (+8,122)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,251 miles
    Test number
    859014954003
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  13. Pass48,129 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,129 miles
    Test number
    309948704084
    • AdvisoryRust patches

  14. Fail48,129 miles (+5,918)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,129 miles
    Test number
    143109569622
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRust patches

  15. Pass42,211 miles (+2,014)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,211 miles
    Test number
    346808625190
    • NoteOffside rear sil has minor corrosion

  16. Pass40,197 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    149006924191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,795 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,795 miles
    Test number
    698882813111
    • NoteO/s and n/s/r and o/s/f brakes binding on slightly

  18. Fail39,795 miles (+271)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,795 miles
    Test number
    296072413198
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteO/s and n/s/r and o/s/f brakes binding on slightly

  19. Pass39,524 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,524 miles
    Test number
    307590732107
    • NoteSurface corrosion through out suspension

  20. Fail39,524 miles (+270)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,524 miles
    Test number
    837960132137
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSurface corrosion through out suspension

  21. Fail39,254 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,254 miles
    Test number
    298979221414
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass39,254 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,254 miles
    Test number
    697539521140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,757 miles (+669)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,757 miles
    Test number
    101327310161
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight corroison in o/s/r sill

  24. Fail38,088 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,088 miles
    Test number
    183871929107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass38,088 miles (+520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,088 miles
    Test number
    541921129165
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass37,568 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,568 miles
    Test number
    781199628184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,421 miles (+506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,421 miles
    Test number
    103759627121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass36,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    36,915 miles
    Test number
    860500036198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V75 KBM

Does V75 KBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V75 KBM expired on 28 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V75 KBM?
The MOT on V75 KBM expired on 28 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V75 KBM done?
V75 KBM was recorded at 64,792 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2025, an average of 1,445 miles a year.
Has V75 KBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V75 KBM has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V75 KBM 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 V75 KBM find?
V75 KBM failed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2025 with 7 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 3 advisories: nearside front upper seat belt anchorage loose mount bolt not fully secured.; nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside rear brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, and 8 more.

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