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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,839 cc

L55 YNXMOT history

L55 YNX is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 72,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

L55 YNX blue 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 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
72,731 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 YNX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 YNX was last recorded at 72,731 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,729 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,731 miles
  • 2025 – 71,130 miles
  • 2024 – 69,133 miles
  • 2023 – 67,415 miles
  • 2022 – 65,822 miles
  • 2021 – 63,818 miles
  • 2020 – 61,483 miles
  • 2019 – 57,674 miles
  • 2018 – 52,225 miles
  • 2017 – 46,517 miles
  • 2016 – 41,215 miles
  • 2015 – 35,085 miles
  • 2014 – 29,439 miles
  • 2013 – 23,351 miles
  • 2012 – 17,585 miles
  • 2011 – 11,766 miles
  • 2010 – 7,000 miles
  • 2009 – 6,200 miles
  • 2008 – 5,530 miles
  • 2007 – 4,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,731 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front and rear subframes rusted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,731 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    72,731 miles
    Test number
    267403406794
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail72,729 miles (+1,599)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,729 miles
    Test number
    255502296235
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass71,130 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    71,130 miles
    Test number
    586781565027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes rusted

  4. Fail71,126 miles (+1,993)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,126 miles
    Test number
    253331488625
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes rusted

  5. Pass69,133 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    69,133 miles
    Test number
    708625751274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear engine and axel frames general rusting

  6. Fail69,133 miles (+1,718)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,133 miles
    Test number
    110116715324
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassie (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass67,415 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    67,415 miles
    Test number
    848179423813
    • AdvisoryGeneral esst subframses

  8. Fail67,415 miles (+41)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,415 miles
    Test number
    871737200085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • 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))

  9. Fail67,374 miles (+1,552)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,374 miles
    Test number
    785673796068
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing lower (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassie and suspension rusted
    • AdvisoryN/s/front brake backing plate rusted and holed

  10. Pass65,822 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    65,822 miles
    Test number
    210207269126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail65,822 miles (+2,004)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,822 miles
    Test number
    418154554508
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass63,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,818 miles
    Test number
    494812371214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,818 miles (+2,335)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,818 miles
    Test number
    619280935605
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

  14. Pass61,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    61,483 miles
    Test number
    947950572484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,483 miles (+3,809)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,483 miles
    Test number
    396892622427
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass57,674 miles (+5,449)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    57,674 miles
    Test number
    337000598205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass52,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,225 miles
    Test number
    291610789977
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  18. Fail52,225 miles (+5,708)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,225 miles
    Test number
    293172104229
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  19. Pass46,517 miles (+5,302)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,517 miles
    Test number
    470690850854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,215 miles (+6,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,215 miles
    Test number
    718692232165
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (rear) (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass35,085 miles (+5,646)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,085 miles
    Test number
    887417775194
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass29,439 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,439 miles
    Test number
    265934974438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,351 miles (+5,766)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    23,351 miles
    Test number
    105539373136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,585 miles (+5,819)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,585 miles
    Test number
    356788672118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass11,766 miles (+4,766)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    11,766 miles
    Test number
    396988871175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass7,000 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    7,000 miles
    Test number
    624847580116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass6,601 miles (+401)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    6,601 miles
    Test number
    532730510138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass6,200 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    6,200 miles
    Test number
    821390819180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass5,530 miles (+1,227)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    5,530 miles
    Test number
    361905518169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass4,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    4,303 miles
    Test number
    501600317106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 YNX

Does L55 YNX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 YNX is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 YNX?
The MOT on L55 YNX is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 YNX done?
L55 YNX was recorded at 72,731 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 3,549 miles a year.
Has L55 YNX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 YNX has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 YNX 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 L55 YNX find?
L55 YNX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both.

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