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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 1,839 cc

L41 WOWMOT history

L41 WOW is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 173,100 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2024.

L41 WOW 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 2 Feb 2025
Mileage
173,100 km
At MOT on 2 Feb 2024
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,511 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L41 WOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L41 WOW was last recorded at 173,100 km on 2 Feb 2024, 4,610 km more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
168,490 km · 3 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4,610 km
Average per year
2,511 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 173,100 km
  • 2023 – 168,490 km
  • 2022 – 158,469 km
  • 2008 – 136,589 km
  • 2007 – 134,088 km
  • 2006 – 129,536 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,100 km
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Slight brake binding nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,100 km (+4,610)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    173,100 km
    Test number
    128776280465
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass168,490 km (+10,021)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    168,490 km
    Test number
    857484602882
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass158,469 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    158,469 km
    Test number
    548407490957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,469 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    149,469 miles
    Test number
    296961676109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail149,469 miles (+1,848)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,469 miles
    Test number
    104372556856
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass147,621 miles (+1,907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    147,621 miles
    Test number
    688377232824
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass145,714 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    145,714 miles
    Test number
    478117414168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,594 miles (+923)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    143,594 miles
    Test number
    751496619884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,671 miles (+2,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,671 miles
    Test number
    778764290389
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass140,230 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    140,230 miles
    Test number
    303138474270
    • AdvisorySlight brake binding nearside rear

  11. Fail140,218 miles (+1,781)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,218 miles
    Test number
    988598555295
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySlight brake binding nearside rear

  12. Pass138,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    138,437 miles
    Test number
    975877211205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail138,437 miles (+592)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,437 miles
    Test number
    379076711441
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass137,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    137,845 miles
    Test number
    341599670037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass136,589 km (+2,501)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    136,589 km
    Test number
    803030068208
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills corroded

  16. Pass134,088 km (+4,552)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    134,088 km
    Test number
    244276877209
    • NoteBoth outer rear sills corroded

  17. Pass129,536 km
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    129,536 km
    Test number
    464819866286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass123,205 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    123,205 miles
    Test number
    431582875221
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about L41 WOW

Does L41 WOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L41 WOW expired on 2 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L41 WOW?
The MOT on L41 WOW expired on 2 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L41 WOW done?
L41 WOW was recorded at 173,100 km at its MOT on 2 Feb 2024, an average of 2,511 km a year.
Has L41 WOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L41 WOW has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on L41 WOW 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 L41 WOW find?
L41 WOW passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2024 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front obligatory mirror slightly loose; hydraulic leak, but not excessive, and 10 more.

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