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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

L2 NAUMOT history

L2 NAU is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jun 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2025.

L2 NAU green 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 8 Jun 2026
Mileage
78,516 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 NAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
19 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 NAU was last recorded at 78,516 miles on 19 May 2025, 3,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 May 2009: 32,216 miles, lower than 36,044 miles on 28 Apr 2008.

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
75,317 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3,199 miles
Average per year
2,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,516 miles
  • 2024 – 75,317 miles
  • 2023 – 72,908 miles
  • 2022 – 69,703 miles
  • 2021 – 60,792 miles
  • 2020 – 50,527 miles
  • 2019 – 44,582 miles
  • 2018 – 42,860 miles
  • 2017 – 41,506 miles
  • 2015 – 41,013 miles
  • 2014 – 40,313 miles
  • 2013 – 39,026 miles
  • 2009 – 32,216 miles
  • 2008 – 36,044 miles
  • 2007 – 33,765 miles
  • 2006 – 29,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,516 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted face (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair nearside parking brake effort low (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside and offside front lower suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside and offside front upper suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside and offside rear upper suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,516 miles (+3,199)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    78,516 miles
    Test number
    437777004850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted face (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair nearside parking brake effort low (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Pass75,317 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,317 miles
    Test number
    564446341797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front upper suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear upper suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Fail75,315 miles (+2,407)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,315 miles
    Test number
    750679215565
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front upper suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear upper suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  4. Pass72,908 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,908 miles
    Test number
    944033171868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail72,908 miles (+3,205)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,908 miles
    Test number
    327668912842
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass69,703 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    69,703 miles
    Test number
    184417956263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail69,702 miles (+8,910)3 dangerous1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,702 miles
    Test number
    799845381163
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass60,792 miles (+10,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    60,792 miles
    Test number
    380153365561
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass50,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    50,527 miles
    Test number
    327627849000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,527 miles (+5,945)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,527 miles
    Test number
    748335649218
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass44,582 miles (+1,722)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    44,582 miles
    Test number
    105202846527
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has travel

  12. Pass42,860 miles (+1,354)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    42,860 miles
    Test number
    348435732735
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to go out of shape
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre perishing /slight damage to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle undersealed obscuring some components

  13. Pass41,506 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    41,506 miles
    Test number
    724603668970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  14. Fail41,503 miles (+490)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,503 miles
    Test number
    203883671163
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  15. Pass41,013 miles (+700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,013 miles
    Test number
    266257785138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass40,313 miles (+1,287)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    40,313 miles
    Test number
    747063334142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,026 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    39,026 miles
    Test number
    299583933175
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail39,022 miles (+6,806)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,022 miles
    Test number
    805700023164
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass32,216 miles (-3,828)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,216 miles
    Test number
    392536129138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,044 miles (+2,279)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,044 miles
    Test number
    980419518126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,765 miles (+4,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,765 miles
    Test number
    190001817182
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass29,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,746 miles
    Test number
    413938506160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 NAU

Does L2 NAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L2 NAU expired on 8 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L2 NAU?
The MOT on L2 NAU expired on 8 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L2 NAU done?
L2 NAU was recorded at 78,516 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2025, an average of 2,555 miles a year.
Has L2 NAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 NAU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on L2 NAU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L2 NAU find?
L2 NAU passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front inner road wheel slightly distorted face; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.

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