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Mazda MX-5

Yellow · Petrol · 1995 · 1,840 cc

L1 WRKMOT history

L1 WRK is a yellow petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 37,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

L1 WRK yellow 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 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
37,166 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 WRK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 WRK was last recorded at 37,166 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 532 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 May 2024: 36,631 miles, lower than 36,666 miles on 15 Sept 2022.

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
36,634 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
532 miles
Average per year
584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,166 miles
  • 2025 – 36,634 miles
  • 2024 – 36,631 miles
  • 2022 – 36,666 miles
  • 2021 – 36,518 miles
  • 2020 – 36,457 miles
  • 2019 – 36,328 miles
  • 2018 – 36,190 miles
  • 2017 – 35,994 miles
  • 2016 – 35,941 miles
  • 2015 – 35,648 miles
  • 2014 – 35,520 miles
  • 2013 – 35,123 miles
  • 2012 – 35,102 miles
  • 2011 – 35,046 miles
  • 2010 – 34,924 miles
  • 2009 – 34,675 miles
  • 2008 – 34,212 miles
  • 2007 – 33,241 miles
  • 2006 – 29,368 miles
  • 2005 – 24,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,166 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,166 miles (+532)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    37,166 miles
    Test number
    438941968790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass36,634 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    36,634 miles
    Test number
    861590753309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass36,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    36,631 miles
    Test number
    411488465340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail36,631 miles (-35)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,631 miles
    Test number
    966493190472
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front and rear (0.1 (d))
  5. Pass36,666 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    977336346754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,518 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    36,518 miles
    Test number
    118883610372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,457 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    36,457 miles
    Test number
    878362613655
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass36,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,328 miles
    Test number
    407158094466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail36,328 miles (+138)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,328 miles
    Test number
    101070906358
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass36,190 miles (+196)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    36,190 miles
    Test number
    170681929340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan by sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass35,994 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    35,994 miles
    Test number
    347113374346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass35,941 miles (+293)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,941 miles
    Test number
    522695587476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,648 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,648 miles
    Test number
    657085475188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,520 miles (+397)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,520 miles
    Test number
    749449244193
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  15. Pass35,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,123 miles
    Test number
    249300053172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail35,123 miles (+21)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,123 miles
    Test number
    219700853151
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  17. Pass35,102 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,102 miles
    Test number
    727091072113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,046 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,046 miles
    Test number
    376882851167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,038 miles (+114)3 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,038 miles
    Test number
    219797441181
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • DangerousOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  20. Pass34,924 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,924 miles
    Test number
    170795970171
    • NoteOffside front wheel slight bind
    • NoteOffside rear shocky has a slight mist
  21. Fail34,924 miles (+249)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,924 miles
    Test number
    720013170180
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front wheel slight bind
    • NoteOffside rear shocky has a slight mist
  22. Pass34,675 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,675 miles
    Test number
    742650179162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,212 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,212 miles
    Test number
    742241478188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,241 miles (+3,873)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,241 miles
    Test number
    592392877176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,368 miles (+4,486)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    29,368 miles
    Test number
    892122876168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    24,882 miles
    Test number
    104088365162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 WRK

Does L1 WRK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 WRK is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 WRK?
The MOT on L1 WRK is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 WRK done?
L1 WRK was recorded at 37,166 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 584 miles a year.
Has L1 WRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 WRK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L1 WRK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 May 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L1 WRK find?
L1 WRK passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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