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Mazda MX-5

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,839 cc

L113 EABMOT history

L113 EAB is a white petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 23 of 35 MOT tests, with 140,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

L113 EAB white 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 Sept 2027
Mileage
140,024 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
35
23 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L113 EAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L113 EAB was last recorded at 140,024 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,023 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,024 miles
  • 2025 – 136,940 miles
  • 2024 – 116,902 miles
  • 2023 – 116,783 miles
  • 2022 – 115,768 miles
  • 2021 – 115,337 miles
  • 2020 – 115,337 miles
  • 2019 – 114,865 miles
  • 2018 – 114,313 miles
  • 2017 – 113,121 miles
  • 2016 – 110,640 miles
  • 2015 – 109,084 miles
  • 2014 – 107,603 miles
  • 2013 – 105,757 miles
  • 2012 – 104,926 miles
  • 2011 – 103,712 miles
  • 2010 – 102,013 miles
  • 2009 – 99,887 miles
  • 2008 – 97,503 miles
  • 2007 – 96,748 miles
  • 2006 – 94,893 miles
  • 2005 – 90,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,024 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S & N/S (OUTER SILLS) (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened GENERAL CORROSION OVERALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S (195/45/16) (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Coil spring corroded All

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

35 tests since 21 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,024 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    140,024 miles
    Test number
    929500201549
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S & N/S (OUTER SILLS) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened GENERAL CORROSION OVERALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S (195/45/16) (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail140,023 miles (+309)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,023 miles
    Test number
    588114161933
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S & N/S (OUTER SILLS) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened GENERAL CORROSION OVERALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S & N/S (195/45/16) (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail139,714 miles (+2,774)1 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,714 miles
    Test number
    341840324735
    • DangerousCoolant leak
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in places
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass136,940 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    136,940 miles
    Test number
    810306739049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low

  5. Fail136,932 miles (+10)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,932 miles
    Test number
    893228546881
    • MajorExhaust 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low

  6. Fail136,922 miles (+20,020)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,922 miles
    Test number
    652306479875
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to coolent leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid low level
    • AdvisoryCoolent leak

  7. Pass116,902 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    116,902 miles
    Test number
    558749267690
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,895 miles (+112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    116,895 miles
    Test number
    241351141024
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass116,783 miles (+1,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,783 miles
    Test number
    146220691630
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,768 miles (+431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,768 miles
    Test number
    910371701427
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass115,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,337 miles
    Test number
    705078753350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,337 miles (+472)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,337 miles
    Test number
    991837759107
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass114,865 miles (+552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    976669572522
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass114,313 miles (+1,192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    114,313 miles
    Test number
    561756190060
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass113,121 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,121 miles
    Test number
    855129945905
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail113,120 miles (+860)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,120 miles
    Test number
    385804823614
    • FailureNearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Face (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass112,260 miles (+1,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    112,260 miles
    Test number
    124897161382
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill area corroded

  18. Pass110,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,640 miles
    Test number
    598001787144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail110,637 miles (+1,553)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    514027870543
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass109,084 miles (+1,481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    109,084 miles
    Test number
    827072535166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass107,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,603 miles
    Test number
    465041304119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail107,603 miles (+1,846)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,603 miles
    Test number
    966211204100
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass105,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,757 miles
    Test number
    776349303112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail105,757 miles (+831)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,757 miles
    Test number
    758449303186
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  25. Fail104,926 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,926 miles
    Test number
    246621222401
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass104,926 miles (+1,214)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    104,926 miles
    Test number
    547261222177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass103,712 miles (+1,699)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    103,712 miles
    Test number
    335485501192
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight damage to chassis rails

  28. Pass102,013 miles (+2,126)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    102,013 miles
    Test number
    171855800182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass99,887 miles (+2,384)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    99,887 miles
    Test number
    644234609145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth main chassis rails deformed and slightly corroded

  30. Pass97,503 miles (+755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    97,503 miles
    Test number
    723802718129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass96,748 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    96,748 miles
    Test number
    413234627404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass94,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    94,893 miles
    Test number
    143046726302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail94,893 miles (+4,729)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,893 miles
    Test number
    121164126303
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  34. Pass90,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    90,164 miles
    Test number
    253896325346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail90,164 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,164 miles
    Test number
    420165125345
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L113 EAB

Does L113 EAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L113 EAB is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L113 EAB?
The MOT on L113 EAB is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L113 EAB done?
L113 EAB was recorded at 140,024 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 2,394 miles a year.
Has L113 EAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L113 EAB has failed 12 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L113 EAB 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 L113 EAB find?
L113 EAB passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 10 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint; coolant leak; front anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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