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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,597 cc

L11 NCAMOT history

L11 NCA is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 147,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L11 NCA red 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 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,478 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 NCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
12 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 NCA was last recorded at 147,478 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 6,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,107 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,371 miles
Average per year
4,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,478 miles
  • 2025 – 141,107 miles
  • 2024 – 134,398 miles
  • 2023 – 128,129 miles
  • 2022 – 121,714 miles
  • 2020 – 112,994 miles
  • 2019 – 108,077 miles
  • 2018 – 104,713 miles
  • 2017 – 98,908 miles
  • 2016 – 94,970 miles
  • 2015 – 92,710 miles
  • 2014 – 89,540 miles
  • 2013 – 86,507 miles
  • 2012 – 84,198 miles
  • 2011 – 80,310 miles
  • 2010 – 77,538 miles
  • 2009 – 72,380 miles
  • 2008 – 67,903 miles
  • 2007 – 62,839 miles
  • 2006 – 57,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,478 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated All

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,478 miles (+6,371)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,478 miles
    Test number
    283046079197
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,107 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    141,107 miles
    Test number
    106099421613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail141,007 miles (+6,609)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,007 miles
    Test number
    965836883871
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass134,398 miles (+6,269)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,398 miles
    Test number
    366885026459
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO BACK (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass128,129 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    128,129 miles
    Test number
    936631496076
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail128,129 miles (+6,415)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,129 miles
    Test number
    427291891904
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed poor tailpipe sample (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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass121,714 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,714 miles
    Test number
    916782249970
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively disc corroded (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively disc corroded (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail121,714 miles (+8,720)3 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,714 miles
    Test number
    963004913001
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective perished and split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively disc corroded (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively disc corroded (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass112,994 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,994 miles
    Test number
    131414117456
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail112,994 miles (+4,917)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,994 miles
    Test number
    393551796477
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass108,077 miles (+106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,077 miles
    Test number
    384953370103
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail107,971 miles (+3,258)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,971 miles
    Test number
    238963368909
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass104,713 miles (+5,805)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,713 miles
    Test number
    631312373256
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass98,908 miles (+130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,908 miles
    Test number
    422804670391
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail98,778 miles (+3,808)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,778 miles
    Test number
    165739181197
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass94,970 miles (+2,260)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,970 miles
    Test number
    199054013510
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass92,710 miles (+3,170)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    92,710 miles
    Test number
    448633975108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass89,540 miles (+3,033)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    89,540 miles
    Test number
    715027374132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass86,507 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    86,507 miles
    Test number
    365606753135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  20. Fail86,507 miles (+2,309)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,507 miles
    Test number
    679896653182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  21. Pass84,198 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    84,198 miles
    Test number
    257086762131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSills corroded

  22. Fail84,157 miles (+3,847)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,157 miles
    Test number
    906846962174
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSills corroded

  23. Pass80,310 miles (+2,772)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,310 miles
    Test number
    237093531429
    • NoteSills corroded

  24. Pass77,538 miles (+5,158)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,538 miles
    Test number
    564171540197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass72,380 miles (+4,477)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    610608949164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail67,903 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,903 miles
    Test number
    244192248110
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass67,903 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,903 miles
    Test number
    290042048432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,839 miles (+5,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,839 miles
    Test number
    353177537157
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass57,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    57,016 miles
    Test number
    774849336191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 NCA

Does L11 NCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 NCA is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 NCA?
The MOT on L11 NCA is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 NCA done?
L11 NCA was recorded at 147,478 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 4,541 miles a year.
Has L11 NCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 NCA has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L11 NCA 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 L11 NCA find?
L11 NCA passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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