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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

L13 SOAMOT history

L13 SOA is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 111,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

L13 SOA black 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 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
111,426 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 SOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 SOA was last recorded at 111,426 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 May 2026: 111,413 miles, lower than 116,976 miles on 27 May 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,413 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
2,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,426 miles
  • 2025 – 116,976 miles
  • 2024 – 110,312 miles
  • 2023 – 109,986 miles
  • 2022 – 109,595 miles
  • 2021 – 109,432 miles
  • 2020 – 109,147 miles
  • 2019 – 108,535 miles
  • 2017 – 107,827 miles
  • 2016 – 107,243 miles
  • 2015 – 106,552 miles
  • 2014 – 106,020 miles
  • 2013 – 105,283 miles
  • 2012 – 104,794 miles
  • 2011 – 104,070 miles
  • 2010 – 101,496 miles
  • 2009 – 92,031 miles
  • 2008 – 81,760 miles
  • 2007 – 71,089 miles
  • 2006 – 61,774 miles
  • 2005 – 55,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,426 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside front lower windsceen cracked not affecting drivers view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Corrosion on and around floor and chassis and under bonnet inner wings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front tyre cracked around sidewall and tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front tyre cracked around sidewall and tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,426 miles (+13)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    111,426 miles
    Test number
    217630592621
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail111,413 miles (-5,563)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,413 miles
    Test number
    842375973503
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill near rear weal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting drivers foot well near the pedals (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill near rear weal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,976 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    116,976 miles
    Test number
    347309719717
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower windsceen cracked not affecting drivers view

  4. Fail116,953 miles (+6,641)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,953 miles
    Test number
    355729524402
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower windsceen cracked not affecting drivers view

  5. Pass110,312 miles (+326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    110,312 miles
    Test number
    969305874713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,986 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,986 miles
    Test number
    560605611974
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail109,977 miles (+382)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,977 miles
    Test number
    117531370134
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis area chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis area chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear arms corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet slightly corroded on offside
    • AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  8. Pass109,595 miles (+163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    109,595 miles
    Test number
    844520390827
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on and around floor chassis front and rear subframes and suspension and brake components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under bonnet

  9. Pass109,432 miles (+285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    109,432 miles
    Test number
    303318231208
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on and around floor chassis and suspension components

  10. Pass109,147 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,147 miles
    Test number
    871665249581
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on and around floor and chassis and under bonnet inner wings

  11. Fail109,136 miles (+601)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,136 miles
    Test number
    330651656623
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on and around floor and chassis and under bonnet inner wings

  12. Pass108,535 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    108,535 miles
    Test number
    926754782963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked around sidewall and tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked around sidewall and tread
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on and around front and rear floor chassis, sills and suspension components

  13. Fail108,524 miles (+697)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,524 miles
    Test number
    617309014281
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked around sidewall and tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked around sidewall and tread
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on and around front and rear floor chassis, sills and suspension components

  14. Pass107,827 miles (+584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    107,827 miles
    Test number
    284633574068
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear service brake requires adjustment/repair
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake requires adjustment/repair
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on and around chassis and suspension

  15. Pass107,243 miles (+691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    107,243 miles
    Test number
    713119865557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on and around floor chassis and front and rear suspension components

  16. Pass106,552 miles (+532)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,552 miles
    Test number
    114616466629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass106,020 miles (+737)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    106,020 miles
    Test number
    478683854302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion on and around floor and chassis and on and around, front and rear, suspension components

  18. Pass105,283 miles (+489)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    105,283 miles
    Test number
    427548933409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to chassis, subframes and suspension components

  19. Pass104,794 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    104,794 miles
    Test number
    987986252370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFloor, chassis and sill`s corroded

  20. Fail104,794 miles (+724)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,794 miles
    Test number
    508224652378
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFloor, chassis and sill`s corroded

  21. Pass104,070 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    104,070 miles
    Test number
    759927951370
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  22. Fail104,067 miles (+2,571)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,067 miles
    Test number
    455420951386
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  23. Fail101,496 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,496 miles
    Test number
    790843930326
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear brakes discs worn

  24. Pass101,496 miles (+9,465)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    101,496 miles
    Test number
    863723130315
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear brakes discs worn

  25. Pass92,031 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    92,031 miles
    Test number
    661847359399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail91,541 miles (+9,781)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,541 miles
    Test number
    174948329315
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass81,760 miles (+10,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    413079018319
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass71,089 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    71,089 miles
    Test number
    692236627348
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  29. Fail71,089 miles (+9,315)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,089 miles
    Test number
    763426427360
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  30. Pass61,774 miles (+6,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    61,774 miles
    Test number
    513945226308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Fail55,402 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,402 miles
    Test number
    632808645349
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  32. Pass55,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    55,402 miles
    Test number
    672778845310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 SOA

Does L13 SOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 SOA is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 SOA?
The MOT on L13 SOA is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 SOA done?
L13 SOA was recorded at 111,426 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 2,736 miles a year.
Has L13 SOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 SOA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 SOA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L13 SOA find?
L13 SOA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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