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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

CEB 140MOT history

CEB 140 is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 18 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 87,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

CEB 140 blue 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 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
87,882 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
CEB 140
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

CEB 140 was last recorded at 87,882 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 2,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,172 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,710 miles
Average per year
3,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,882 miles
  • 2025 – 85,172 miles
  • 2024 – 83,052 miles
  • 2023 – 81,995 miles
  • 2022 – 80,988 miles
  • 2021 – 79,197 miles
  • 2020 – 78,154 miles
  • 2019 – 74,805 miles
  • 2018 – 71,283 miles
  • 2017 – 67,925 miles
  • 2016 – 63,333 miles
  • 2015 – 59,065 miles
  • 2014 – 52,548 miles
  • 2013 – 46,878 miles
  • 2012 – 42,284 miles
  • 2011 – 37,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,882 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBoot lid starting to corrodeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension corroded

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear brakes binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear subframe and underbody components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    87,882 miles
    Test number
    742163883309
    • AdvisoryBoot lid starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension corroded

  2. Fail87,882 miles (+2,710)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,882 miles
    Test number
    932062416814
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoot lid starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension corroded

  3. Pass85,172 miles (+2,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,172 miles
    Test number
    627270116673
    • AdvisoryBoot lid starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components corroded

  4. Pass83,052 miles (+1,057)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    83,052 miles
    Test number
    258913438364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,995 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    81,995 miles
    Test number
    135888298400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and underbody components corroded

  6. Fail81,981 miles (+993)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,981 miles
    Test number
    506028483499
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and underbody components corroded

  7. Pass80,988 miles (+1,791)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    80,988 miles
    Test number
    920888641271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,197 miles (+1,043)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,197 miles
    Test number
    289472185066
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass78,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,154 miles
    Test number
    290954795024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,149 miles (+3,344)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,149 miles
    Test number
    395119628044
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle NSF binding AND FRONT PADS WORN (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass74,805 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,805 miles
    Test number
    769233085995
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail74,805 miles (+3,522)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,805 miles
    Test number
    229674080897
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))

  13. Pass71,283 miles (+3,358)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,283 miles
    Test number
    333023870375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,925 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,925 miles
    Test number
    373817159019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,333 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,333 miles
    Test number
    867377645388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,065 miles (+6,517)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,065 miles
    Test number
    489225375032
    • NoteNsf wing and bumper damaged

  17. Pass52,548 miles (+5,670)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,548 miles
    Test number
    195886264425
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass46,878 miles (+4,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,878 miles
    Test number
    616834973049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass42,284 miles (+67)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,284 miles
    Test number
    438448862025
    • NoteN/s front wheel arch damage.
    • NoteSlight movement in both front drop links

  20. Fail42,217 miles (+4,594)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,217 miles
    Test number
    709363262091
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front wheel arch damage.
    • NoteSlight movement in both front drop links

  21. Pass37,623 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,623 miles
    Test number
    617838171075
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f tyres wearing on inner & outer edges
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc scord & pads low
    • NoteN/s/r tyre onlimit marks & cut in tread
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc scored
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on limit marks

Questions about CEB 140

What vehicle is registration CEB 140 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show CEB 140 on a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 18 Mar 2008. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does CEB 140 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on CEB 140 is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on CEB 140?
The MOT on CEB 140 is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has CEB 140 done?
CEB 140 was recorded at 87,882 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,355 miles a year.
Has CEB 140 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. CEB 140 has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on CEB 140 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 CEB 140 find?
CEB 140 passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: boot lid starting to corrode; rear subframe and suspension corroded.

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