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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y223 KBTMOT history

Y223 KBT is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2023.

Y223 KBT red 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 10 Jul 2024
Mileage
72,469 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y223 KBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y223 KBT was last recorded at 72,469 miles on 11 Jul 2023, 1,283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,186 miles · 11 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,283 miles
Average per year
1,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,469 miles
  • 2022 – 71,186 miles
  • 2021 – 69,735 miles
  • 2020 – 67,587 miles
  • 2019 – 67,584 miles
  • 2018 – 66,811 miles
  • 2017 – 66,117 miles
  • 2016 – 65,096 miles
  • 2015 – 64,434 miles
  • 2014 – 63,447 miles
  • 2013 – 61,703 miles
  • 2012 – 60,977 miles
  • 2011 – 59,069 miles
  • 2010 – 55,237 miles
  • 2009 – 52,796 miles
  • 2007 – 52,083 miles
  • 2006 – 49,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,469 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront subframe rusty
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded
  • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

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 lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front and rear suspension is heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,469 miles (+1,283)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    72,469 miles
    Test number
    963916533201
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  2. Pass71,186 miles (+1,451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,186 miles
    Test number
    368793216773
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass69,735 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    69,735 miles
    Test number
    426885326947
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail69,734 miles (+2,147)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,734 miles
    Test number
    620163497235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass67,587 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    67,587 miles
    Test number
    255707684321
    • AdvisoryRusty underside

  6. Fail67,584 miles (+773)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,584 miles
    Test number
    200684036113
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to inner and outer sills, all suspension / front and rear sub frames and all there mounting points
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass66,811 miles (+694)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,811 miles
    Test number
    904005494160
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass66,117 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,117 miles
    Test number
    409149357756
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension is heavily corroded

  9. Fail66,093 miles (+997)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,093 miles
    Test number
    603277380006
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension is heavily corroded

  10. Pass65,096 miles (+662)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,096 miles
    Test number
    858360716631
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s sills corroded
    • AdvisorySlight brake bind o/s/f

  11. Pass64,434 miles (+987)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,434 miles
    Test number
    397312355297
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryN/s sill corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s sill corroded

  12. Pass63,447 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    228230764293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteN/s and o/s sills corroded at rear

  13. Fail63,447 miles (+1,744)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    829349454217
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s and o/s sills corroded at rear

  14. Pass61,703 miles (+726)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,703 miles
    Test number
    365852853221
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass60,977 miles (+1,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,977 miles
    Test number
    825406652217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass59,069 miles (+990)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    59,069 miles
    Test number
    438802561256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,079 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,079 miles
    Test number
    256151071165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,237 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,237 miles
    Test number
    270521480449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,796 miles (+713)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,796 miles
    Test number
    181356009113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,083 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,083 miles
    Test number
    112630457427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,314 miles
    Test number
    483481566081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y223 KBT

Does Y223 KBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y223 KBT expired on 10 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y223 KBT?
The MOT on Y223 KBT expired on 10 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y223 KBT done?
Y223 KBT was recorded at 72,469 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2023, an average of 1,334 miles a year.
Has Y223 KBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y223 KBT has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2021.
Has the mileage on Y223 KBT 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 Y223 KBT find?
Y223 KBT passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front subframe rusty; rear exhaust flange corroded, and 1 more.

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