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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,840 cc

L23 CGBMOT history

L23 CGB is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Nov 1997. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 100,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

L23 CGB black 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 Mar 2027
Mileage
100,656 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 CGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 CGB was last recorded at 100,656 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 8,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Apr 2018: 74,337 miles, lower than 74,366 miles on 20 Apr 2017.

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
92,427 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,229 miles
Average per year
2,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,656 miles
  • 2025 – 92,427 miles
  • 2024 – 81,634 miles
  • 2023 – 75,199 miles
  • 2022 – 75,005 miles
  • 2021 – 74,923 miles
  • 2020 – 74,747 miles
  • 2019 – 74,429 miles
  • 2018 – 74,337 miles
  • 2017 – 74,366 miles
  • 2016 – 74,340 miles
  • 2015 – 74,263 miles
  • 2014 – 74,161 miles
  • 2013 – 73,852 miles
  • 2012 – 73,394 miles
  • 2010 – 70,048 miles
  • 2009 – 67,111 miles
  • 2008 – 64,841 miles
  • 2007 – 61,379 miles
  • 2006 – 57,892 miles
  • 2005 – 53,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,656 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle generally corroded but not excessively

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2009

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,656 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    100,656 miles
    Test number
    163165160285
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle generally corroded but not excessively

  2. Fail100,656 miles (+8,229)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,656 miles
    Test number
    248609021475
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle generally corroded but not excessively

  3. Pass92,427 miles (+10,793)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,427 miles
    Test number
    890056494560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass81,634 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,634 miles
    Test number
    677521487089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail81,634 miles (+6,435)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,634 miles
    Test number
    539847489414
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass75,199 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,199 miles
    Test number
    473388655470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,005 miles
    Test number
    232526908845
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted Both,at inner rims. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail75,005 miles (+82)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,005 miles
    Test number
    417754777227
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted Both,at inner rims. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass74,923 miles (+176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,923 miles
    Test number
    483755439949
    • AdvisoryFront wheel rims dented

  10. Pass74,747 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,747 miles
    Test number
    447314863116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,429 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    74,429 miles
    Test number
    282496465475
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroding at rear,esp offside.

  12. Pass74,337 miles (-29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,337 miles
    Test number
    386750792023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear outer sills corroding.

  13. Pass74,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    74,366 miles
    Test number
    716292286591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,366 miles (+26)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,366 miles
    Test number
    429122027775
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  15. Pass74,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,340 miles
    Test number
    818534475278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,340 miles (+77)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,340 miles
    Test number
    733548180894
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  17. Pass74,263 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,263 miles
    Test number
    568317345068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,161 miles (+309)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,161 miles
    Test number
    469097254099
    • NoteNearside and offside rear outer sills corroding.

  19. Pass73,852 miles (+458)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,852 miles
    Test number
    345029653045
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill showing corrosion signs.

  20. Pass73,394 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,394 miles
    Test number
    397065072014
    • NoteFront brake pads low.(near side inner has failed).
    • NoteNear side headlamp aim on lower limit.
    • NoteOff side rear inner wheel arch corroded near limit.
    • NoteOff side rear outer sill corroded to limit.
    • NoteRear brake pads very low(near side rear inner has failed).
    • NoteWindscreen wiper blades only just clear screen

  21. Fail73,392 miles (+3,344)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,392 miles
    Test number
    286935872000
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake pads low.(near side inner has failed).
    • NoteNear side headlamp aim on lower limit.
    • NoteOff side rear inner wheel arch corroded near limit.
    • NoteOff side rear outer sill corroded to limit.
    • NoteRear brake pads very low(near side rear inner has failed).
    • NoteWindscreen wiper blades only just clear screen

  22. Pass70,048 miles (+2,937)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    70,048 miles
    Test number
    714698800384
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll suspension coil springs corroded
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to underside
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside rear inner brake pad very low

  23. Pass67,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    67,111 miles
    Test number
    904056399209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail67,111 miles (+2,270)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,111 miles
    Test number
    473516099277
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass64,841 miles (+62)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    64,841 miles
    Test number
    783252708392
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE ON LIMIT
    • NoteSUSPENSION BUSHES ARE PERISHED

  26. Fail64,779 miles (+3,400)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,779 miles
    Test number
    641707498295
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE ON LIMIT
    • NoteSUSPENSION BUSHES ARE PERISHED

  27. Pass61,379 miles (+3,487)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    270219397268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  28. Pass57,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    57,892 miles
    Test number
    821686896211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail57,892 miles (+4,263)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,892 miles
    Test number
    771346696241
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass53,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    53,629 miles
    Test number
    383948905368
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L23 CGB

Does L23 CGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 CGB is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 CGB?
The MOT on L23 CGB is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 CGB done?
L23 CGB was recorded at 100,656 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 2,313 miles a year.
Has L23 CGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 CGB has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 CGB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L23 CGB find?
L23 CGB passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle generally corroded but not excessively.

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