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Mazda MX-6

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 2,497 cc

L52 XPVMOT history

L52 XPV is a red petrol Mazda MX-6 first used on 25 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 136,576 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
136,576 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L52 XPV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-6
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
25 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L52 XPV was last recorded at 136,576 miles on 27 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,576 miles · 26 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,576 miles
  • 2025 – 131,758 miles
  • 2024 – 130,935 miles
  • 2023 – 129,831 miles
  • 2022 – 128,992 miles
  • 2021 – 125,809 miles
  • 2019 – 123,123 miles
  • 2018 – 122,871 miles
  • 2017 – 122,351 miles
  • 2016 – 122,103 miles
  • 2015 – 121,713 miles
  • 2014 – 120,946 miles
  • 2013 – 119,633 miles
  • 2012 – 118,394 miles
  • 2011 – 116,702 miles
  • 2010 – 114,227 miles
  • 2009 – 112,796 miles
  • 2008 – 111,460 miles
  • 2007 – 109,476 miles
  • 2006 – 105,992 miles
  • 2005 – 101,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,576 miles
  • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear brake discs corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

34 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,576 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    136,576 miles
    Test number
    633955530762
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail136,576 miles (+7)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,576 miles
    Test number
    628357005707
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail136,569 miles (+70)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,569 miles
    Test number
    489633370946
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail136,499 miles (+4,741)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,499 miles
    Test number
    306728995973
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,758 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    131,758 miles
    Test number
    527602878357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail131,757 miles (+822)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,757 miles
    Test number
    283326569686
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass130,935 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    130,935 miles
    Test number
    906838684459
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair service (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail130,935 miles (+1,104)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,935 miles
    Test number
    474093399664
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair service (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass129,831 miles (+8)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    129,831 miles
    Test number
    630108147514
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail129,823 miles (+831)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,823 miles
    Test number
    764839921148
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass128,992 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,992 miles
    Test number
    935179945765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail128,992 miles (+3,183)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,992 miles
    Test number
    295087889864
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass125,809 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,809 miles
    Test number
    489202623497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive innerarch sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear inner sills and arches

  14. Fail125,809 miles (+2,686)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,809 miles
    Test number
    693800692443
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive innerarch sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion rear inner sills and arches

  15. Pass123,123 miles (+252)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,123 miles
    Test number
    373018602813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass122,871 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    122,871 miles
    Test number
    634382662189
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  17. Fail122,871 miles (+520)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,871 miles
    Test number
    770613426727
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  18. Pass122,351 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    122,351 miles
    Test number
    216940028145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  19. Fail122,351 miles (+248)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,351 miles
    Test number
    230576260881
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavily on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavily on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  20. Pass122,103 miles (+390)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    122,103 miles
    Test number
    192072642287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavily on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust downpipe/flexypipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  21. Pass121,713 miles (+1)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    121,713 miles
    Test number
    706005315229
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • NoteVarious suspension components have a covering of surface rust

  22. Fail121,712 miles (+766)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,712 miles
    Test number
    889853615236
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • NoteVarious suspension components have a covering of surface rust

  23. Pass120,946 miles (+1,313)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    120,946 miles
    Test number
    439524614220
    • NoteBoth front brake flexi pipes starting to perish.
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack/perish.
    • NoteFront exhaust flexi pipe worn.
    • NoteVarious oil leaks.
    • NoteVehicle underside,various brake pipes,suspension arms and coil springs surface rust/corrosion.

  24. Pass119,633 miles (+14)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    119,633 miles
    Test number
    935110223204
    • NoteFront exhaust flexi pipe worn.
    • NoteOil leak front of enging o/s.
    • NoteOil leak gear box area (suspect n/s drive shaft oil seal)
    • NoteRear coil springs surface rust/corrosion.
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack/perish.
    • NoteVarious front/rear brake pipes surface rust/corrosion.
    • NoteVehicle under side surface rust/corrosion.

  25. Fail119,619 miles (+1,225)2 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,619 miles
    Test number
    397714013450
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust flexi pipe worn.
    • NoteOil leak front of enging o/s.
    • NoteOil leak gear box area (suspect n/s drive shaft oil seal)
    • NoteRear coil springs surface rust/corrosion.
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack/perish.
    • NoteVarious front/rear brake pipes surface rust/corrosion.
    • NoteVehicle under side surface rust/corrosion.

  26. Pass118,394 miles (+1,692)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    118,394 miles
    Test number
    318724992126
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished

  27. Pass116,702 miles (+2,475)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    116,702 miles
    Test number
    608060901264
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside rear outer sill

  28. Pass114,227 miles (+1,431)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    114,227 miles
    Test number
    703058210293
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate disfigured

  29. Pass112,796 miles (+1,336)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    112,796 miles
    Test number
    902912529223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly disfigured

  30. Pass111,460 miles (+1,984)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    111,460 miles
    Test number
    760699298169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate slightly disfigured
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill slightly corroded

  31. Pass109,476 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    109,476 miles
    Test number
    393582417495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail109,474 miles (+3,482)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,474 miles
    Test number
    844871617219
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  33. Pass105,992 miles (+4,183)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    105,992 miles
    Test number
    792905206242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass101,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    101,809 miles
    Test number
    311157715234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L52 XPV

Does L52 XPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L52 XPV is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L52 XPV?
The MOT on L52 XPV is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L52 XPV done?
L52 XPV was recorded at 136,576 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 1,671 miles a year.
Has L52 XPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L52 XPV has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L52 XPV 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 L52 XPV find?
L52 XPV passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction.

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