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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,839 cc

L13 LKHMOT history

L13 LKH is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 84,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

L13 LKH silver Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
84,441 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 LKH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L13 LKH was last recorded at 84,441 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 6,672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,769 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,672 miles
Average per year
3,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,441 miles
  • 2025 – 77,769 miles
  • 2024 – 75,157 miles
  • 2022 – 70,004 miles
  • 2021 – 64,789 miles
  • 2020 – 62,161 miles
  • 2019 – 59,308 miles
  • 2018 – 57,811 miles
  • 2017 – 56,182 miles
  • 2016 – 54,200 miles
  • 2015 – 51,234 miles
  • 2014 – 49,158 miles
  • 2013 – 46,471 miles
  • 2012 – 42,532 miles
  • 2011 – 30,534 miles
  • 2010 – 30,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,441 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail84,441 miles (+6,672)2 dangerous5 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,441 miles
    Test number
    234603187842
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass77,769 miles (+2,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    77,769 miles
    Test number
    483784813561
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass75,157 miles (+5,153)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    75,157 miles
    Test number
    993831113352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass70,004 miles (+5,215)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    70,004 miles
    Test number
    872919271059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,789 miles (+2,628)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,789 miles
    Test number
    674310413766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass62,161 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,161 miles
    Test number
    162528069638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,308 miles
    Test number
    765498196533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail59,308 miles (+1,497)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,308 miles
    Test number
    719447222884
    • MajorOffside Front Brake performance not tested brake siezed (1.2.1 (g))

  9. Pass57,811 miles (+1,629)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    57,811 miles
    Test number
    549922052817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,182 miles (+1,982)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,182 miles
    Test number
    833571431683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,200 miles (+2,966)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,200 miles
    Test number
    281132832859
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all heavily coated in sealer (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder side heavily coated in sealer

  12. Pass51,234 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,234 miles
    Test number
    797821965125
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail51,234 miles (+2,076)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,234 miles
    Test number
    439621365135
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass49,158 miles (+2,687)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,158 miles
    Test number
    985639064169
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn/corroded

  15. Pass46,471 miles (+3,939)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,471 miles
    Test number
    415093563154
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres cracked and perished
    • NoteStrong advisory for front tyres

  16. Pass42,532 miles (+11,998)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,532 miles
    Test number
    317183572061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,534 miles (+444)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    30,534 miles
    Test number
    186302681094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,090 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,090 miles
    Test number
    893028300289
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing

Questions about L13 LKH

Does L13 LKH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L13 LKH expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L13 LKH?
The MOT on L13 LKH expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L13 LKH done?
L13 LKH was recorded at 84,441 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 3,478 miles a year.
Has L13 LKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 LKH has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 LKH 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 L13 LKH find?
L13 LKH failed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 14 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 18 more.

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