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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,839 cc

L64 MEPMOT history

L64 MEP is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 17 Jul 2006. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 182,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2023.

L64 MEP black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2024
Mileage
182,102 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L64 MEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
17 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L64 MEP was last recorded at 182,102 miles on 23 Nov 2023, 1,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,907 miles · 30 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,195 miles
Average per year
5,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 182,102 miles
  • 2022 – 180,907 miles
  • 2021 – 173,778 miles
  • 2020 – 167,239 miles
  • 2019 – 151,472 miles
  • 2018 – 138,178 miles
  • 2016 – 137,278 miles
  • 2015 – 130,923 miles
  • 2014 – 122,125 miles
  • 2013 – 117,921 miles
  • 2012 – 113,730 miles
  • 2011 – 105,601 miles
  • 2010 – 100,189 miles
  • 2008 – 99,125 miles
  • 2007 – 97,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,102 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front petrol fume smell under front of vehicle recommend further investigation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,102 miles (+1,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    182,102 miles
    Test number
    869961227417
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass180,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    180,907 miles
    Test number
    316955675254
    • AdvisoryNon standard wheels/tyres fitted, slightly protruding wheel arch.

  3. Fail180,869 km2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,869 km
    Test number
    957389502521
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened metal to metal with pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal with disc (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis rail damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded and holed, filled with filler (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes just meet minimum requirements, may need further attention
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  4. Pass173,778 miles (+6,539)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    173,778 miles
    Test number
    242428241292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,239 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    167,239 miles
    Test number
    622487337592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,237 miles (+15,765)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,237 miles
    Test number
    332085204676
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  7. Pass151,472 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,472 miles
    Test number
    167456770458
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront petrol fume smell under front of vehicle recommend further investigation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail151,471 miles (+13,293)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,471 miles
    Test number
    860247513879
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront petrol fume smell under front of vehicle recommend further investigation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass138,178 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    138,178 miles
    Test number
    561591989049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,176 miles (+898)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,176 miles
    Test number
    565136240165
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam offside and nearside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass137,278 miles (+6,355)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    137,278 miles
    Test number
    744019136854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,923 miles (+8,798)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    130,923 miles
    Test number
    140391104142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass122,125 miles (+4,204)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    122,125 miles
    Test number
    809455914388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,921 miles (+4,191)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    117,921 miles
    Test number
    387488303349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,730 miles (+8,129)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    113,730 miles
    Test number
    406854722462
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight general corrosion to underside of vehicle

  16. Pass105,601 miles (+5,412)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    105,601 miles
    Test number
    949092451191
    • NoteFront inner brake pads worn

  17. Pass100,189 miles (+1,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    100,189 miles
    Test number
    573799700197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass99,125 miles (+1,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    99,125 miles
    Test number
    561514948300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass97,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    97,676 miles
    Test number
    724520347246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,676 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,676 miles
    Test number
    830560537261
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass92,932 km
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    92,932 km
    Test number
    291691796460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L64 MEP

Does L64 MEP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L64 MEP expired on 29 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L64 MEP?
The MOT on L64 MEP expired on 29 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L64 MEP done?
L64 MEP was recorded at 182,102 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2023, an average of 5,190 miles a year.
Has L64 MEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L64 MEP has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L64 MEP 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 L64 MEP find?
L64 MEP passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2023 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded.

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