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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 1,839 cc

L31 PEPMOT history

L31 PEP is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 8 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 116,206 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

L31 PEP 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 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
116,206 km
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,136 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 PEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
8 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 PEP was last recorded at 116,206 km on 11 Sept 2026, 471 km more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,735 km · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
471 km
Average per year
1,136 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,206 km
  • 2025 – 115,735 km
  • 2024 – 115,396 km
  • 2023 – 114,842 km
  • 2022 – 114,639 km
  • 2019 – 113,732 km
  • 2017 – 112,877 km
  • 2013 – 108,061 km
  • 2012 – 107,107 km
  • 2008 – 95,513 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,206 km

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,206 km (+471)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    116,206 km
    Test number
    798904458116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,735 km (+339)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    115,735 km
    Test number
    572116432777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,396 km (+554)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    115,396 km
    Test number
    963337249259
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips o/s (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,842 km (+203)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    114,842 km
    Test number
    743335553860
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,639 km
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,639 km
    Test number
    101706961494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,470 miles (+483)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,470 miles
    Test number
    561420064923
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass113,987 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    113,987 miles
    Test number
    245800799938
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,732 km
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,732 km
    Test number
    435726531756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,732 miles (+320)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,732 miles
    Test number
    136858908161
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  10. Pass113,412 miles (+529)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    113,412 miles
    Test number
    961357275656
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass112,883 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    112,883 miles
    Test number
    527688143493
    • AdvisoryBoth front head lamp beam patterns becoming poor

  12. Fail112,877 km1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,877 km
    Test number
    414566306982
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front head lamp beam patterns becoming poor

  13. Pass112,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    112,217 miles
    Test number
    107408383992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,217 miles (+601)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,217 miles
    Test number
    954593133301
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  15. Pass111,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    111,616 miles
    Test number
    913946686983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail111,616 miles (+2,281)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,616 miles
    Test number
    995537785215
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass109,335 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    235799634299
    • NoteBoth headlamp patterns poor.
    • NoteBoth sills showing corrosion.
    • NoteUnable to fully check outer sills due to body kit.

  18. Fail109,335 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    325769734259
    • Repaired at testStop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteBoth headlamp patterns poor.
    • NoteBoth sills showing corrosion.
    • NoteUnable to fully check outer sills due to body kit.

  19. Pass108,061 km (+14)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    108,061 km
    Test number
    299138293477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery securing device incorrect for the vehicle but the battery is secure
    • NoteBoth headlamp beam patterns visable but becoming weak

  20. Fail108,047 km (+940)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,047 km
    Test number
    206397493171
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery securing device incorrect for the vehicle but the battery is secure
    • NoteBoth headlamp beam patterns visable but becoming weak

  21. Fail107,107 km2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,107 km
    Test number
    516155592144
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery insecure in the boot

  22. Pass107,107 km2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,107 km
    Test number
    886535492167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery insecure in the boot

  23. Pass104,751 miles (+936)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    104,751 miles
    Test number
    315587401240
    • NoteStick on type number plate fitted at front.

  24. Pass103,815 miles (+2,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,815 miles
    Test number
    440296290163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass101,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    101,762 miles
    Test number
    311528889197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail101,762 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,762 miles
    Test number
    223237489185
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass95,513 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    95,513 km
    Test number
    211086078418
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Fail95,513 miles (+7,102)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,513 miles
    Test number
    212805478133
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass88,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    88,411 miles
    Test number
    950540407217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail88,411 miles9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,411 miles
    Test number
    750708197167
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Questions about L31 PEP

Does L31 PEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 PEP is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 PEP?
The MOT on L31 PEP is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 PEP done?
L31 PEP was recorded at 116,206 km at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 1,136 km a year.
Has L31 PEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 PEP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on L31 PEP 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 L31 PEP find?
L31 PEP passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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