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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2014 · 1,999 cc

C8 LYDMOT history

C8 LYD is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 4 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 34,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

C8 LYD red Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
34,191 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 LYD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
4 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 LYD was last recorded at 34,191 miles on 1 May 2026, 861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
33,330 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
861 miles
Average per year
1,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,191 miles
  • 2025 – 33,330 miles
  • 2024 – 31,497 miles
  • 2023 – 29,375 miles
  • 2022 – 26,985 miles
  • 2021 – 25,103 miles
  • 2019 – 24,447 miles
  • 2018 – 22,213 miles
  • 2017 – 17,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,191 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • TPMS Light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    34,191 miles
    Test number
    854673723207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail34,189 miles (+859)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,189 miles
    Test number
    960554670413
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on
  3. Pass33,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    33,330 miles
    Test number
    167036358872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail33,330 miles (+1,833)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,330 miles
    Test number
    328726937724
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass31,497 miles (+2,122)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    31,497 miles
    Test number
    133878414236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on
  6. Pass29,375 miles (+2,390)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    29,375 miles
    Test number
    511879538454
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass26,985 miles (+1,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    26,985 miles
    Test number
    305689545683
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass25,103 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    25,103 miles
    Test number
    759123507102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,447 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    24,447 miles
    Test number
    347807893294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass22,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    22,213 miles
    Test number
    917411522345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail22,213 miles (+4,504)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,213 miles
    Test number
    976607517370
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  12. Pass17,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    17,709 miles
    Test number
    750396635626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 LYD

Does C8 LYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 LYD is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 LYD?
The MOT on C8 LYD is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 LYD done?
C8 LYD was recorded at 34,191 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,901 miles a year.
Has C8 LYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 LYD has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 LYD 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 C8 LYD find?
C8 LYD passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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