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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,839 cc

L35 ADLMOT history

L35 ADL is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Jun 1994. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2024.

L35 ADL black 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 22 Aug 2024
Mileage
101,428 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2024
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L35 ADL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
2 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L35 ADL was last recorded at 101,428 miles on 13 Aug 2024, 3,297 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,131 miles · 23 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
3,297 miles
Average per year
2,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,428 miles
  • 2023 – 98,131 miles
  • 2022 – 95,979 miles
  • 2020 – 95,905 miles
  • 2019 – 95,327 miles
  • 2018 – 93,782 miles
  • 2017 – 91,281 miles
  • 2016 – 87,716 miles
  • 2015 – 85,834 miles
  • 2014 – 79,752 miles
  • 2013 – 72,958 miles
  • 2012 – 67,644 miles
  • 2011 – 58,583 miles
  • 2010 – 54,936 miles
  • 2009 – 52,326 miles
  • 2007 – 49,681 miles
  • 2006 – 47,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,428 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired wheel arch marked in yellow (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,428 miles (+3,297)2 dangerous5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,428 miles
    Test number
    626123337849
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired wheel arch marked in yellow (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

  2. Pass98,131 miles (+30)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,131 miles
    Test number
    331183656073
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail98,101 miles (+2,122)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,101 miles
    Test number
    818441679787
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms have corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,979 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,979 miles
    Test number
    216116273030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,905 miles (+578)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,905 miles
    Test number
    581911702992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,327 miles (+1)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,327 miles
    Test number
    513755054676
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail95,326 miles (+1,544)1 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,326 miles
    Test number
    117544546160
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass93,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,782 miles
    Test number
    341429809873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear under sill corroded

  9. Fail93,782 miles (+2,501)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,782 miles
    Test number
    633839951014
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear under sill corroded

  10. Pass91,281 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,281 miles
    Test number
    848035726474
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail91,281 miles (+3,565)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,281 miles
    Test number
    623594443567
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass87,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    87,716 miles
    Test number
    932441477571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,716 miles (+1,882)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,716 miles
    Test number
    632454404569
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass85,834 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,834 miles
    Test number
    639487815100
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteOil leak, possibly behind timing belt covers

  15. Fail85,834 miles (+6,082)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,834 miles
    Test number
    579607615169
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteOil leak, possibly behind timing belt covers

  16. Pass79,752 miles (+6,794)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,752 miles
    Test number
    357053714117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass72,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,958 miles
    Test number
    277595013403
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  18. Fail72,958 miles (+5,314)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,958 miles
    Test number
    255065213405
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  19. Pass67,644 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,644 miles
    Test number
    815571312133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBaffles in rear box corroded
    • NotePark brake travel high

  20. Fail67,644 miles (+9,061)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,644 miles
    Test number
    425970112157
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBaffles in rear box corroded
    • NotePark brake travel high

  21. Pass58,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,583 miles
    Test number
    155898591043
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail58,583 miles (+3,647)1 dangerous13 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,583 miles
    Test number
    506406691047
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake disc's pitted

  23. Pass54,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,936 miles
    Test number
    522468230194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail54,936 miles (+2,610)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,936 miles
    Test number
    691757630141
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass52,326 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,326 miles
    Test number
    524479989067
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f tyers wearing inner edge

  26. Fail52,362 miles (+2,681)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,362 miles
    Test number
    501469389018
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f tyers wearing inner edge

  27. Pass49,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,681 miles
    Test number
    643845857134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail49,681 miles (+2,198)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,681 miles
    Test number
    913672557179
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGE
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  29. Pass47,483 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    47,483 miles
    Test number
    860486856135
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edged
    • NoteN/s/r brake slightly binding

Questions about L35 ADL

Does L35 ADL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L35 ADL expired on 22 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L35 ADL?
The MOT on L35 ADL expired on 22 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L35 ADL done?
L35 ADL was recorded at 101,428 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2024, an average of 2,966 miles a year.
Has L35 ADL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L35 ADL has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L35 ADL 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 L35 ADL find?
L35 ADL failed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 9 advisories: offside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired wheel arch marked in yellow; rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside and offside; nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 13 more.

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