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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

L30 PVYMOT history

L30 PVY is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Jul 2000. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 59,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

L30 PVY silver 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 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
59,996 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 PVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 PVY was last recorded at 59,996 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,993 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,996 miles
  • 2025 – 59,993 miles
  • 2024 – 59,865 miles
  • 2023 – 54,785 miles
  • 2022 – 50,444 miles
  • 2020 – 44,735 miles
  • 2019 – 41,091 miles
  • 2018 – 40,652 miles
  • 2017 – 38,996 miles
  • 2016 – 38,281 miles
  • 2015 – 37,299 miles
  • 2014 – 36,434 miles
  • 2013 – 35,469 miles
  • 2012 – 33,644 miles
  • 2011 – 31,472 miles
  • 2010 – 29,754 miles
  • 2009 – 28,222 miles
  • 2008 – 26,477 miles
  • 2007 – 24,364 miles
  • 2006 – 22,016 miles
  • 2005 – 19,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,996 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,996 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    59,996 miles
    Test number
    295906312490
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail59,993 miles (+128)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,993 miles
    Test number
    584010154789
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass59,865 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    59,865 miles
    Test number
    547925655305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail59,835 miles (+45)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,835 miles
    Test number
    486749287573
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail59,790 miles (+5,005)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,790 miles
    Test number
    323997244975
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside front rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass54,785 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    54,785 miles
    Test number
    806168508646
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer rear sills showing corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail54,783 miles (+4,339)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,783 miles
    Test number
    678014279129
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer rear sills showing corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass50,444 miles (+5,709)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,444 miles
    Test number
    693873588197
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass44,735 miles (+3,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    44,735 miles
    Test number
    516612322224
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass41,091 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,091 miles
    Test number
    959617782794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,652 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    40,652 miles
    Test number
    197282143683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,996 miles (+715)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,996 miles
    Test number
    359398796780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,281 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,281 miles
    Test number
    349665618774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,299 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,299 miles
    Test number
    556529565114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,434 miles (+965)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,434 miles
    Test number
    947570374101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,469 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,469 miles
    Test number
    185544663165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,644 miles (+2,172)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,644 miles
    Test number
    379366462156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,472 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,472 miles
    Test number
    726257661105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,754 miles (+1,532)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,754 miles
    Test number
    251506460463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,222 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,222 miles
    Test number
    331988269104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,477 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,477 miles
    Test number
    423270778178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,364 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,364 miles
    Test number
    281921377192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,016 miles (+2,225)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,016 miles
    Test number
    994801576142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    19,791 miles
    Test number
    422462575102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 PVY

Does L30 PVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 PVY is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 PVY?
The MOT on L30 PVY is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 PVY done?
L30 PVY was recorded at 59,996 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 1,954 miles a year.
Has L30 PVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 PVY has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L30 PVY 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 L30 PVY find?
L30 PVY passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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