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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 1,839 cc

L46 XLTMOT history

L46 XLT is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 165,169 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

L46 XLT 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 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
165,169 km
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,870 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L46 XLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L46 XLT was last recorded at 165,169 km on 9 Jul 2026, 2,627 km more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
162,542 km · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,627 km
Average per year
2,870 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,169 km
  • 2025 – 162,542 km
  • 2024 – 145,676 km
  • 2009 – 121,107 km
  • 2008 – 114,784 km
  • 2007 – 109,395 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,169 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all suspension components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,169 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    165,169 km
    Test number
    283699242988
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail165,169 km (+2,627)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,169 km
    Test number
    753744503279
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass162,542 km (+16,866)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    162,542 km
    Test number
    961111180477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass145,676 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    145,676 km
    Test number
    471113580640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail145,628 miles (+58)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,628 miles
    Test number
    127200844657
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail145,570 miles (+422)13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,570 miles
    Test number
    884407214114
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass145,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    145,148 miles
    Test number
    206708835081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail145,148 miles (+1,784)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,148 miles
    Test number
    979008835098
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass143,364 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    143,364 miles
    Test number
    507869244076
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition

  10. Fail143,358 miles (+88)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,358 miles
    Test number
    678159444019
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteHeadlamp lenses have a slight blue tint

  11. Fail143,270 miles (+1,379)10 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,270 miles
    Test number
    116153244470
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • NoteFront under tray insecure

  12. Pass141,891 miles (+2,316)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    141,891 miles
    Test number
    919472333067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass139,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    139,575 miles
    Test number
    148137522061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,575 miles (+4,751)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,575 miles
    Test number
    448737322099
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  15. Pass134,824 miles (+8,251)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    134,824 miles
    Test number
    846731031029
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  16. Pass126,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    126,573 miles
    Test number
    634851520082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass121,107 km (+6,323)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    121,107 km
    Test number
    581876439054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass114,784 km (+5,389)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    114,784 km
    Test number
    890943538090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,395 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    109,395 km
    Test number
    352953837043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L46 XLT

Does L46 XLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L46 XLT is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L46 XLT?
The MOT on L46 XLT is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L46 XLT done?
L46 XLT was recorded at 165,169 km at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 2,870 km a year.
Has L46 XLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L46 XLT has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L46 XLT 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 L46 XLT find?
L46 XLT passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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