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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

H3 LCTMOT history

H3 LCT is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

H3 LCT 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 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
88,217 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H3 LCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H3 LCT was last recorded at 88,217 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 1,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,547 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,670 miles
Average per year
980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,217 miles
  • 2025 – 86,547 miles
  • 2024 – 85,996 miles
  • 2018 – 82,778 miles
  • 2017 – 77,561 miles
  • 2016 – 74,312 miles
  • 2014 – 72,005 miles
  • 2013 – 71,990 miles
  • 2012 – 71,125 miles
  • 2011 – 71,056 miles
  • 2010 – 70,358 miles
  • 2009 – 70,065 miles
  • 2008 – 69,408 miles
  • 2006 – 68,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,217 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Both outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,217 miles (+1,670)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    88,217 miles
    Test number
    373658921240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  2. Pass86,547 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    86,547 miles
    Test number
    202075180120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  3. Fail86,547 miles (+551)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,547 miles
    Test number
    286662327664
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  4. Pass85,996 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    85,996 miles
    Test number
    477190362678
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill corroded

  5. Fail85,989 miles (+3,211)2 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,989 miles
    Test number
    731590602151
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill corroded

  6. Pass82,778 miles (+5,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,778 miles
    Test number
    511538887785
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slight bind
    • AdvisoryTyres worn on edges

  7. Pass77,561 miles (+3,249)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    77,561 miles
    Test number
    605625955719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,312 miles (+2,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,312 miles
    Test number
    969230485693
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded

  9. Pass72,005 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,005 miles
    Test number
    695941204176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,990 miles (+865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,990 miles
    Test number
    187635293040
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  11. Pass71,125 miles (+69)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,125 miles
    Test number
    335979682048
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteNearside front brake caliper slightly seized

  12. Pass71,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,056 miles
    Test number
    665312991073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,056 miles (+698)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,056 miles
    Test number
    928691291054
    • DangerousNearside headlamp smoking when switched on
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  14. Pass70,358 miles (+293)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,358 miles
    Test number
    703249380015
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight play in offside end of rack

  15. Pass70,065 miles (+657)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,065 miles
    Test number
    822210229097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,408 miles (+563)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    69,408 miles
    Test number
    794746128008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    68,845 miles
    Test number
    334374156435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H3 LCT

Does H3 LCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H3 LCT is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on H3 LCT?
The MOT on H3 LCT is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H3 LCT done?
H3 LCT was recorded at 88,217 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 980 miles a year.
Has H3 LCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H3 LCT has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on H3 LCT 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 H3 LCT find?
H3 LCT passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened inc all suspension components, and 1 more.

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