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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,798 cc

L19 DCBMOT history

L19 DCB is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 89,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

L19 DCB grey 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 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
89,086 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L19 DCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L19 DCB was last recorded at 89,086 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 3,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,899 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,187 miles
Average per year
3,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,086 miles
  • 2024 – 85,899 miles
  • 2023 – 83,684 miles
  • 2022 – 80,916 miles
  • 2021 – 77,706 miles
  • 2020 – 75,478 miles
  • 2019 – 72,165 miles
  • 2018 – 68,794 miles
  • 2017 – 66,022 miles
  • 2016 – 58,525 miles
  • 2015 – 52,380 miles
  • 2014 – 46,822 miles
  • 2012 – 39,393 miles
  • 2011 – 32,939 miles
  • 2010 – 29,405 miles
  • 2009 – 27,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,086 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill / floor.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion to underside suspension components and chassis.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,086 miles (+3,187)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    89,086 miles
    Test number
    663587280933
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass85,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,899 miles
    Test number
    676058100799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail85,899 miles (+2,215)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,899 miles
    Test number
    722857520482
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass83,684 miles (+2,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,684 miles
    Test number
    755580888628
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear inner sills / rear suspension components heavily corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass80,916 miles (+3,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,916 miles
    Test number
    879597775237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sills / both sides, and suspension components. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass77,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    77,706 miles
    Test number
    713993330303
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules . (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill / floor. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside suspension components and chassis.

  7. Fail77,706 miles (+2,228)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,706 miles
    Test number
    286569171672
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / floor. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferrules . (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill / floor. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside suspension components and chassis.

  8. Pass75,478 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,478 miles
    Test number
    801548223973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,165 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,165 miles
    Test number
    395105477393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre

  10. Fail72,164 miles (+3,370)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,164 miles
    Test number
    305026803302
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brakes siezed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre

  11. Pass68,794 miles (+2,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,794 miles
    Test number
    960299256246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass66,022 miles (+7,497)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,022 miles
    Test number
    882702470103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,525 miles (+6,145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,525 miles
    Test number
    136657494805
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass52,380 miles (+5,558)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,380 miles
    Test number
    559861545019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,822 miles (+7,429)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    46,822 miles
    Test number
    785992254029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass39,393 miles (+6,454)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    39,393 miles
    Test number
    135477472273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,939 miles (+3,534)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,939 miles
    Test number
    918627621231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,405 miles (+1,788)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,405 miles
    Test number
    594449740349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,617 miles
    Test number
    833878549371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L19 DCB

Does L19 DCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L19 DCB is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L19 DCB?
The MOT on L19 DCB is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L19 DCB done?
L19 DCB was recorded at 89,086 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 3,852 miles a year.
Has L19 DCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L19 DCB has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L19 DCB 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 L19 DCB find?
L19 DCB passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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