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Mazda 5

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,999 cc

L18 RJCMOT history

L18 RJC is a grey petrol Mazda 5 first used on 30 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 119,408 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

L18 RJC grey Mazda 5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,408 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 RJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 RJC was last recorded at 119,408 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 2,874 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,534 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,874 miles
Average per year
5,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,408 miles
  • 2025 – 116,534 miles
  • 2024 – 113,681 miles
  • 2023 – 109,165 miles
  • 2022 – 98,478 miles
  • 2021 – 96,775 miles
  • 2020 – 91,917 miles
  • 2018 – 84,491 miles
  • 2017 – 75,912 miles
  • 2016 – 66,714 miles
  • 2015 – 56,983 miles
  • 2014 – 49,567 miles
  • 2013 – 46,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,408 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,408 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,408 miles
    Test number
    867596294105
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail119,408 miles (+2,874)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,408 miles
    Test number
    245573476601
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass116,534 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    116,534 miles
    Test number
    834762579162
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail116,534 miles (+2,853)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,534 miles
    Test number
    575441718323
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass113,681 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    113,681 miles
    Test number
    479155934733
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail113,681 miles (+4,516)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,681 miles
    Test number
    549059471622
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass109,165 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    109,165 miles
    Test number
    912012794780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail109,156 miles (+10,678)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,156 miles
    Test number
    524438308359
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,478 miles (+1,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,478 miles
    Test number
    164747828632
    • 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))

  10. Pass96,775 miles (+4,858)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,775 miles
    Test number
    967633798220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,917 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,917 miles
    Test number
    433931908668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension & braking components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail91,917 miles (+7,426)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,917 miles
    Test number
    330647595659
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and suspension & braking components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass84,491 miles (+8,579)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,491 miles
    Test number
    907928974449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass75,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,912 miles
    Test number
    347359329597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,911 miles (+9,197)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,911 miles
    Test number
    866536689782
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass66,714 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,714 miles
    Test number
    964864968611
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail66,714 miles (+9,731)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,714 miles
    Test number
    283719124171
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass56,983 miles (+7,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    426262265085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass49,567 miles (+2,961)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,567 miles
    Test number
    977869874050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,606 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,606 miles
    Test number
    648769873189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,603 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,603 miles
    Test number
    896958373178
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Questions about L18 RJC

Does L18 RJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 RJC is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 RJC?
The MOT on L18 RJC is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 RJC done?
L18 RJC was recorded at 119,408 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 5,729 miles a year.
Has L18 RJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 RJC has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 RJC 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 L18 RJC find?
L18 RJC passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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