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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 1,839 cc

L5 MXVMOT history

L5 MXV is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 263,225 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

L5 MXV 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 13 May 2027
Mileage
263,225 km
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,297 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MXV
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 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MXV was last recorded at 263,225 km on 14 May 2026, 1,797 km more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
261,428 km · 27 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,797 km
Average per year
7,297 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 263,225 km
  • 2024 – 261,428 km
  • 2023 – 256,095 km
  • 2022 – 254,055 km
  • 2021 – 252,237 km
  • 2020 – 251,290 km
  • 2019 – 249,480 km
  • 2018 – 244,377 km
  • 2011 – 228,271 km
  • 2010 – 218,367 km
  • 2008 – 184,120 km
  • 2007 – 158,309 km
  • 2005 – 112,455 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass263,225 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2005–2006

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2005–2010

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass263,225 km
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    263,225 km
    Test number
    914545016199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail263,226 km3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,226 km
    Test number
    166222051896
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass262,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    262,772 miles
    Test number
    668211827601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass261,428 km (+5,333)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    261,428 km
    Test number
    708174924310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass256,095 km (+2,040)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    256,095 km
    Test number
    804157533291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass254,055 km (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    254,055 km
    Test number
    928363214651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass252,237 km (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    252,237 km
    Test number
    329472364648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail252,234 km (+944)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,234 km
    Test number
    289830952349
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  9. Pass251,290 km
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    251,290 km
    Test number
    115537453417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail251,287 km (+1,807)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,287 km
    Test number
    870001573166
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass249,480 km (+5,103)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    249,480 km
    Test number
    714197039795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass244,377 km (+16,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    244,377 km
    Test number
    988794537741
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion throughout to underside

  13. Pass228,271 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    228,271 km
    Test number
    277542881413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail228,271 km (+9,904)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,271 km
    Test number
    805732381146
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass218,367 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    218,367 km
    Test number
    660191740132
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail218,367 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,367 miles
    Test number
    544170240131
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass184,120 km (+25,811)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    184,120 km
    Test number
    514088308346
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  18. Pass158,309 km4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    158,309 km
    Test number
    381085897416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass124,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    124,138 miles
    Test number
    971284166286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail124,138 miles (+76)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,138 miles
    Test number
    804024466293
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  21. Fail124,062 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,062 miles
    Test number
    684101466246
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  22. Fail124,062 miles1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,062 miles
    Test number
    434948556291
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  23. Pass112,455 km
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    112,455 km
    Test number
    352327155274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail112,455 miles11 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,455 miles
    Test number
    570444255240
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside and offside track-rod end dust covers split
    • NoteSlight engine misfire under loaded engine rev

Questions about L5 MXV

Does L5 MXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 MXV is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 MXV?
The MOT on L5 MXV is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 MXV done?
L5 MXV was recorded at 263,225 km at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 7,297 km a year.
Has L5 MXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MXV has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 MXV 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 MXV find?
L5 MXV passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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