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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 2009 · 1,999 cc

X12 MKLMOT history

X12 MKL is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 59,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

X12 MKL green 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 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
59,551 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2024
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X12 MKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X12 MKL was last recorded at 59,551 miles on 14 Oct 2024, 1,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,146 miles · 4 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,405 miles
Average per year
2,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 59,551 miles
  • 2023 – 58,146 miles
  • 2022 – 53,073 miles
  • 2021 – 52,023 miles
  • 2020 – 49,547 miles
  • 2019 – 48,819 miles
  • 2018 – 48,078 miles
  • 2017 – 45,985 miles
  • 2016 – 44,323 miles
  • 2015 – 41,997 miles
  • 2014 – 39,610 miles
  • 2013 – 33,180 miles
  • 2012 – 25,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    828702581759
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass59,551 miles (+1,405)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    59,551 miles
    Test number
    120683568735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass58,146 miles (+5,073)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    58,146 miles
    Test number
    597357388122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass53,073 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    53,073 miles
    Test number
    485096953128
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail53,073 miles (+1,050)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,073 miles
    Test number
    329595738647
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively DISCS & PADS GOT VERY HOT (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass52,023 miles (+2,476)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    52,023 miles
    Test number
    984011210954
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir misting (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

  7. Pass49,547 miles (+728)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    49,547 miles
    Test number
    952525774606
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension lower arm corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension lower arm corroded

  8. Pass48,819 miles (+741)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    48,819 miles
    Test number
    944813405972
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

  9. Pass48,078 miles (+2,093)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    48,078 miles
    Test number
    380387559916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,985 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    45,985 miles
    Test number
    729042291761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,981 miles (+1,658)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,981 miles
    Test number
    950126711428
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  12. Pass44,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,323 miles
    Test number
    999937548968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail44,323 miles (+2,326)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,323 miles
    Test number
    196840775078
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass41,997 miles (+2,387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    41,997 miles
    Test number
    260014254828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded and worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  15. Pass39,610 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,610 miles
    Test number
    605872544379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,882 miles
    Test number
    907474284005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,882 miles (+4,702)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,882 miles
    Test number
    178241184435
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  18. Pass33,180 miles (+7,874)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,180 miles
    Test number
    808821563003
    • NoteSlight play rear anti roll bar linkages

  19. Pass25,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,306 miles
    Test number
    799418482079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X12 MKL

Does X12 MKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X12 MKL expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X12 MKL?
The MOT on X12 MKL expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X12 MKL done?
X12 MKL was recorded at 59,551 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2024, an average of 2,729 miles a year.
Has X12 MKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X12 MKL has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on X12 MKL 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 X12 MKL find?
X12 MKL passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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