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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,839 cc

C5 LVEMOT history

C5 LVE is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 92,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2022.

C5 LVE red Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2022
Mileage
92,854 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 LVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

C5 LVE was last recorded at 92,854 miles on 27 Jul 2022, 2,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,743 miles · 9 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,111 miles
Average per year
4,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,854 miles
  • 2021 – 90,743 miles
  • 2020 – 87,659 miles
  • 2019 – 85,315 miles
  • 2018 – 82,565 miles
  • 2017 – 80,580 miles
  • 2016 – 74,794 miles
  • 2015 – 69,822 miles
  • 2014 – 65,007 miles
  • 2013 – 58,242 miles
  • 2012 – 57,530 miles
  • 2011 – 53,296 miles
  • 2010 – 46,981 miles
  • 2009 – 38,689 miles
  • 2008 – 32,307 miles
  • 2007 – 29,788 miles
  • 2006 – 24,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,854 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,854 miles (+2,111)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,854 miles
    Test number
    417860026370
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass90,743 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,743 miles
    Test number
    446444767736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,659 miles
    Test number
    453771010949
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail87,659 miles (+2,344)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,659 miles
    Test number
    181559491548
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass85,315 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,315 miles
    Test number
    645505392207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,226 miles (+2,661)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,226 miles
    Test number
    827900573571
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass82,565 miles (+1,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    337433836154
    • AdvisoryBoth inner flitches floors sill to floors chassis rails end of sills and all suspension arms slightly corroded

  8. Pass80,580 miles (+5,786)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,580 miles
    Test number
    625760957591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,794 miles (+4,972)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,794 miles
    Test number
    932064457220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,822 miles (+4,815)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,822 miles
    Test number
    289306295110
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteBoth sill to floors, closing panels, floors and chassis rails slightly corroded

  11. Pass65,007 miles (+6,765)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,007 miles
    Test number
    947713104202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,242 miles (+712)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,242 miles
    Test number
    266653603252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,530 miles (+4,234)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,530 miles
    Test number
    898655742394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,296 miles (+6,315)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,296 miles
    Test number
    408934051383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    142404950344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,981 miles (+8,292)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    453624550480
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass38,689 miles (+6,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    38,689 miles
    Test number
    113293569342
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass32,307 miles (+2,519)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,307 miles
    Test number
    461334668481
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass29,788 miles (+5,416)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,788 miles
    Test number
    614561967373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,372 miles
    Test number
    263076266288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 LVE

Does C5 LVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 LVE expired on 8 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 LVE?
The MOT on C5 LVE expired on 8 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 LVE done?
C5 LVE was recorded at 92,854 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2022, an average of 4,323 miles a year.
Has C5 LVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 LVE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on C5 LVE 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 C5 LVE find?
C5 LVE failed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2022 with 4 major defects: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn; nearside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis; offside front headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 1 more.

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