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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2014 · 1,999 cc

L22 HVSMOT history

L22 HVS is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 98,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

L22 HVS 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 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,287 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 HVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
29 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 HVS was last recorded at 98,287 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,286 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,287 miles
  • 2024 – 90,362 miles
  • 2023 – 82,379 miles
  • 2022 – 74,162 miles
  • 2021 – 66,272 miles
  • 2020 – 60,458 miles
  • 2019 – 55,206 miles
  • 2018 – 43,280 miles
  • 2017 – 23,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,287 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber dust cover splitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber dust cover splitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,287 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,287 miles
    Test number
    218229098825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber dust cover split
  2. Fail98,286 miles (+7,924)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,286 miles
    Test number
    158738882138
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both have corrosion on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass90,362 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    90,362 miles
    Test number
    790988083099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn void of tread inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn void of tread inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail90,362 miles (+7,983)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,362 miles
    Test number
    409167097751
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached incomplete (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect moisture inside lamp (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn void of tread inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn void of tread inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass82,379 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,379 miles
    Test number
    982980419589
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drop link cap incomplete but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail82,379 miles (+8,217)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,379 miles
    Test number
    893540510270
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing,an item unable to test/check due to brake binding on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drop link cap incomplete but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass74,162 miles (+7,890)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    74,162 miles
    Test number
    478956920253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,272 miles (+5,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    66,272 miles
    Test number
    994434084816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Pass60,458 miles (+5,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    882319322888
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass55,206 miles (+11,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,206 miles
    Test number
    804012612307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass43,280 miles (+11,991)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    43,280 miles
    Test number
    130155277724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass31,289 miles (+7,515)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    31,289 miles
    Test number
    442242274663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    23,774 miles
    Test number
    459803901258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 HVS

Does L22 HVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 HVS is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 HVS?
The MOT on L22 HVS is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 HVS done?
L22 HVS was recorded at 98,287 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 8,280 miles a year.
Has L22 HVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 HVS has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L22 HVS 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 L22 HVS find?
L22 HVS passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorber dust cover split; offside front shock absorber dust cover split.

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