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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,999 cc

L21 DHMMOT history

L21 DHM is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 25 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 75,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

L21 DHM black 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 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
75,729 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 DHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 DHM was last recorded at 75,729 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 1,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,324 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,405 miles
Average per year
2,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,729 miles
  • 2024 – 74,324 miles
  • 2023 – 73,210 miles
  • 2022 – 72,182 miles
  • 2021 – 71,202 miles
  • 2020 – 69,921 miles
  • 2019 – 69,620 miles
  • 2018 – 68,387 miles
  • 2017 – 67,766 miles
  • 2016 – 65,301 miles
  • 2015 – 60,943 miles
  • 2014 – 56,092 miles
  • 2013 – 54,672 miles
  • 2012 – 52,516 miles
  • 2011 – 49,820 miles
  • 2010 – 44,585 miles
  • 2009 – 35,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,729 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,729 miles (+1,405)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    880102715194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass74,324 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,324 miles
    Test number
    837253057369
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail74,324 miles (+1,114)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,324 miles
    Test number
    200232133112
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass73,210 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    73,210 miles
    Test number
    448746761722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail73,198 miles (+1,016)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    605048567917
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulge on inner side wall (chalked). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Both inner sills. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both inner sills near rear axle mount points. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on shoulders. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both outer sills. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,182 miles (+980)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    72,182 miles
    Test number
    386195019307
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass71,202 miles (+1,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    71,202 miles
    Test number
    137548219370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both shoulders. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass69,921 miles (+301)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    304029830575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,620 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    611797486564
    • AdvisoryUnable to test lower engine area due to covers

  10. Fail69,620 miles (+1,233)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    243097924893
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to test lower engine area due to covers

  11. Pass68,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,387 miles
    Test number
    867053671764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,393 miles (+627)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,393 miles
    Test number
    322629904308
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass67,766 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,766 miles
    Test number
    345983125220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,301 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    65,301 miles
    Test number
    492922350846
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit and cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail65,301 miles (+4,358)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,301 miles
    Test number
    951815584741
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit and cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass60,943 miles (+4,851)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,943 miles
    Test number
    788979335177
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking in tread

  17. Pass56,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,092 miles
    Test number
    219813834188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,092 miles (+1,420)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,092 miles
    Test number
    609163534188
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNoise on o/s/r brake

  19. Pass54,672 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,672 miles
    Test number
    809688603198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,516 miles (+2,696)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,516 miles
    Test number
    135455472440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,820 miles (+5,235)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,820 miles
    Test number
    868663081042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,585 miles (+8,919)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,585 miles
    Test number
    240882060187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,666 miles
    Test number
    663173779126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 DHM

Does L21 DHM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 DHM expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 DHM?
The MOT on L21 DHM expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 DHM done?
L21 DHM was recorded at 75,729 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 2,452 miles a year.
Has L21 DHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 DHM has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L21 DHM 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 L21 DHM find?
L21 DHM passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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