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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,999 cc

L40 HUBMOT history

L40 HUB is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

L40 HUB grey Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
72,426 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 HUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 HUB was last recorded at 72,426 miles on 12 May 2026, 733 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,693 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
733 miles
Average per year
3,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,426 miles
  • 2025 – 71,693 miles
  • 2024 – 71,030 miles
  • 2023 – 70,400 miles
  • 2022 – 69,813 miles
  • 2021 – 69,242 miles
  • 2020 – 68,550 miles
  • 2019 – 66,616 miles
  • 2018 – 65,777 miles
  • 2017 – 63,947 miles
  • 2016 – 62,704 miles
  • 2015 – 58,972 miles
  • 2013 – 55,236 miles
  • 2012 – 48,029 miles
  • 2011 – 39,233 miles
  • 2010 – 32,556 miles
  • 2009 – 24,818 miles
  • 2008 – 18,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,426 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,426 miles (+733)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    72,426 miles
    Test number
    562370792863
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass71,693 miles (+663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    71,693 miles
    Test number
    134916053114
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,030 miles (+630)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    71,030 miles
    Test number
    490957979353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,400 miles (+587)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,400 miles
    Test number
    150049426641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,813 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,813 miles
    Test number
    143957709164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,242 miles (+692)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,242 miles
    Test number
    900182816937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,550 miles (+1,934)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,550 miles
    Test number
    318735669574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    66,616 miles
    Test number
    162746688552
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to front suspension arm bushes and rear antiroll bar link rubber boots

  9. Fail66,616 miles (+839)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,616 miles
    Test number
    786752081965
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to front suspension arm bushes and rear antiroll bar link rubber boots

  10. Pass65,777 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    65,777 miles
    Test number
    741281124109
    • AdvisorySigns of standing

  11. Fail65,759 miles (+1,812)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,759 miles
    Test number
    124078732673
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear link arm caps braking off

  12. Pass63,947 miles (+1,243)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,947 miles
    Test number
    560795613035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,704 miles (+3,732)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,704 miles
    Test number
    608781137072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,972 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    58,972 miles
    Test number
    118299345433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,965 miles (+3,729)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,965 miles
    Test number
    527428225076
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cuts on inside wall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to legal limits

  16. Pass55,236 miles (+7,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    55,236 miles
    Test number
    485855313398
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass48,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,029 miles
    Test number
    528506322326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,029 miles (+8,796)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,029 miles
    Test number
    959906322306
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass39,233 miles (+6,677)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,233 miles
    Test number
    557063611305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to split

  20. Pass32,556 miles (+7,738)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,556 miles
    Test number
    634427620305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,818 miles (+6,366)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,818 miles
    Test number
    163244729390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,452 miles
    Test number
    962556938371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 HUB

Does L40 HUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 HUB is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 HUB?
The MOT on L40 HUB is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 HUB done?
L40 HUB was recorded at 72,426 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 3,094 miles a year.
Has L40 HUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 HUB has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on L40 HUB 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 L40 HUB find?
L40 HUB passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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