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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,839 cc

L21 SNOMOT history

L21 SNO is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 120,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

L21 SNO blue 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 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
120,546 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 SNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
7 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 SNO was last recorded at 120,546 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 2,562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Aug 2020: 105,137 miles, lower than 155,987 miles on 16 Aug 2019.

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
117,984 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,562 miles
Average per year
449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,546 miles
  • 2025 – 117,984 miles
  • 2023 – 116,494 miles
  • 2022 – 113,354 miles
  • 2021 – 109,067 miles
  • 2020 – 105,160 miles
  • 2019 – 155,987 miles
  • 2018 – 155,176 miles
  • 2016 – 152,058 miles
  • 2015 – 144,814 miles
  • 2014 – 135,404 miles
  • 2012 – 133,378 miles
  • 2011 – 32,283 miles
  • 2010 – 130,381 miles
  • 2007 – 111,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,546 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,546 miles (+2,562)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    120,546 miles
    Test number
    526360703992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,984 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,984 miles
    Test number
    273066069317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,494 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    842349706140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail116,494 miles (+3,140)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    826091507688
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass113,354 miles (+4,287)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,354 miles
    Test number
    331882696552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    109,067 miles
    Test number
    948094223742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,067 miles (+3,907)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,067 miles
    Test number
    253935627419
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,160 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    105,160 miles
    Test number
    877106486986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail105,137 miles (-50,850)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,137 miles
    Test number
    547665902804
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass155,987 miles (+811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    155,987 miles
    Test number
    991418504430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass155,176 miles (+3,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    155,176 miles
    Test number
    450513080484
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion to rear both sides chassis etc. (6.1.A.1)

  12. Pass152,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    152,058 miles
    Test number
    704380645865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail152,058 miles (+7,244)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,058 miles
    Test number
    838767142552
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass144,814 miles (+9,410)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    144,814 miles
    Test number
    795053805136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail135,404 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,404 miles
    Test number
    229280124473
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass135,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    135,404 miles
    Test number
    266130524465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass134,197 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    134,197 km
    Test number
    349987703121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail134,197 km2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,197 km
    Test number
    466476303153
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass133,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    133,378 miles
    Test number
    436545812129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail133,378 miles (+101,095)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,378 miles
    Test number
    698345412150
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass32,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    32,283 miles
    Test number
    188335801179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,283 miles (+1,902)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,283 miles
    Test number
    226125401171
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass130,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    130,381 miles
    Test number
    564419600180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail130,381 km (+1,815)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,381 km
    Test number
    723566400160
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass128,566 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    128,566 km
    Test number
    321079499031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail128,566 km (+4,593)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,566 km
    Test number
    693589699008
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass123,973 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    123,973 km
    Test number
    851862128177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass111,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    111,752 miles
    Test number
    393390287059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass108,011 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    108,011 km
    Test number
    850830036030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 SNO

Does L21 SNO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 SNO is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 SNO?
The MOT on L21 SNO is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 SNO done?
L21 SNO was recorded at 120,546 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 449 miles a year.
Has L21 SNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 SNO has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L21 SNO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L21 SNO find?
L21 SNO passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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