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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

B9 LWEMOT history

B9 LWE is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 17 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

B9 LWE silver 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 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
90,638 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B9 LWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B9 LWE was last recorded at 90,638 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,629 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,638 miles
  • 2025 – 88,690 miles
  • 2024 – 87,027 miles
  • 2023 – 84,522 miles
  • 2022 – 81,910 miles
  • 2021 – 79,375 miles
  • 2020 – 76,012 miles
  • 2019 – 71,313 miles
  • 2018 – 65,878 miles
  • 2017 – 59,398 miles
  • 2016 – 54,086 miles
  • 2015 – 47,108 miles
  • 2014 – 40,492 miles
  • 2013 – 36,599 miles
  • 2012 – 32,409 miles
  • 2011 – 27,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,638 miles
  • AdvisoryClutch biting point on the floorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,638 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    90,638 miles
    Test number
    112291244008
    • AdvisoryClutch biting point on the floor
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail90,629 miles (+1,939)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,629 miles
    Test number
    113195742821
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch biting point on the floor
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass88,690 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,690 miles
    Test number
    388590073647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,684 miles (+1,657)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,684 miles
    Test number
    364462985780
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Marked with yellow chalk , small weld needed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass87,027 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,027 miles
    Test number
    819871643829
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail87,021 miles (+2,499)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,021 miles
    Test number
    933615572751
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass84,522 miles (+2,612)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,522 miles
    Test number
    936264644051
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass81,910 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,910 miles
    Test number
    195381473603
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail81,905 miles (+2,530)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,905 miles
    Test number
    790936753584
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass79,375 miles (+3,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,375 miles
    Test number
    958900117657
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass76,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    76,012 miles
    Test number
    369694709951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,007 miles (+4,694)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,007 miles
    Test number
    855659909189
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass71,313 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    71,313 miles
    Test number
    655661726684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail71,308 miles (+5,430)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,308 miles
    Test number
    506516838361
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass65,878 miles (+6,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,878 miles
    Test number
    643740720434
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass59,398 miles (+5,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    59,398 miles
    Test number
    407573720702
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass54,086 miles (+6,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,086 miles
    Test number
    993278656359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass47,108 miles (+6,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,108 miles
    Test number
    998780275153
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass40,492 miles (+3,893)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,492 miles
    Test number
    238878564113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,599 miles (+4,190)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,599 miles
    Test number
    207220473427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,409 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,409 miles
    Test number
    128611672154
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass32,409 miles (+4,653)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,409 miles
    Test number
    178591572117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail27,756 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,756 miles
    Test number
    428703171126
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront tyres are wearing the outer shoulders, recommend a tracking check

  24. Pass27,756 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,756 miles
    Test number
    638833771176
    • NoteFront tyres are wearing the outer shoulders, recommend a tracking check

Questions about B9 LWE

Does B9 LWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B9 LWE is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on B9 LWE?
The MOT on B9 LWE is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B9 LWE done?
B9 LWE was recorded at 90,638 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 4,249 miles a year.
Has B9 LWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B9 LWE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on B9 LWE 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 B9 LWE find?
B9 LWE passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: clutch biting point on the floor; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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