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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,798 cc

L5 MMXMOT history

L5 MMX is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 8 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2022.

L5 MMX black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2023
Mileage
113,838 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MMX was last recorded at 113,838 miles on 30 Apr 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,838 miles · 29 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,838 miles
  • 2021 – 102,707 miles
  • 2019 – 80,219 miles
  • 2018 – 79,724 miles
  • 2017 – 78,909 miles
  • 2016 – 77,722 miles
  • 2015 – 73,854 miles
  • 2014 – 67,048 miles
  • 2013 – 61,496 miles
  • 2012 – 54,471 miles
  • 2011 – 40,435 miles
  • 2010 – 35,037 miles
  • 2009 – 29,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,838 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on edges also tread cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low 2mm also bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,838 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    113,838 miles
    Test number
    705563898351
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on edges also tread cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low 2mm also bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail113,838 miles (+11,131)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,838 miles
    Test number
    783904081015
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on edges also tread cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low 2mm also bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass102,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,707 miles
    Test number
    318342259274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail102,707 miles (+22,488)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,707 miles
    Test number
    781933757619
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass80,219 miles (+495)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,219 miles
    Test number
    935100910020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,724 miles (+815)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,724 miles
    Test number
    453925151421
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass78,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,909 miles
    Test number
    665958011355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,909 miles (+1,187)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,909 miles
    Test number
    535421645230
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass77,722 miles (+3,868)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,722 miles
    Test number
    579903471490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,854 miles (+1,013)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    73,854 miles
    Test number
    368915722944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,841 miles
    Test number
    227541615296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,840 miles (+5,792)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,840 miles
    Test number
    937481315292
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass67,048 miles (+5,552)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,048 miles
    Test number
    698934184105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,496 miles
    Test number
    117921913297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,496 miles (+7,025)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,496 miles
    Test number
    839881713217
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass54,471 miles (+14,036)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,471 miles
    Test number
    996065252259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,435 miles
    Test number
    325961571289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail40,435 miles (+802)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,435 miles
    Test number
    967300471245
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brake-discs in poor condition.

  19. Pass39,633 miles (+4,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,633 miles
    Test number
    278659101434
    • 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)

  20. Pass35,037 miles (+5,333)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,037 miles
    Test number
    452173630117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,704 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,704 miles
    Test number
    281017149269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L5 MMX

Does L5 MMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 MMX expired on 29 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 MMX?
The MOT on L5 MMX expired on 29 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 MMX done?
L5 MMX was recorded at 113,838 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2022, an average of 6,650 miles a year.
Has L5 MMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MMX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 MMX 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 L5 MMX find?
L5 MMX passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on edges also tread cracked and perished; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low 2mm also bald on inner edge.

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