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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

L71 MPPMOT history

L71 MPP is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 18 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 20 MOT tests, with 106,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

L71 MPP black 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 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,240 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
20 passed · 0 failed
Per year
2,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L71 MPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
18 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L71 MPP was last recorded at 106,240 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
106,128 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
112 miles
Average per year
2,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,240 miles
  • 2025 – 106,128 miles
  • 2023 – 105,941 miles
  • 2022 – 105,765 miles
  • 2021 – 105,636 miles
  • 2020 – 105,526 miles
  • 2019 – 104,957 miles
  • 2018 – 104,540 miles
  • 2017 – 97,702 miles
  • 2016 – 86,058 miles
  • 2015 – 80,644 miles
  • 2014 – 78,529 miles
  • 2013 – 73,855 miles
  • 2012 – 71,992 miles
  • 2011 – 68,037 miles
  • 2010 – 66,883 miles
  • 2009 – 62,303 miles
  • 2008 – 59,119 miles
  • 2007 – 57,998 miles
  • 2006 – 51,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,240 miles

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,240 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,240 miles
    Test number
    639353695777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,128 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,128 miles
    Test number
    614286178168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,941 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    105,941 miles
    Test number
    925847812198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,765 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    105,765 miles
    Test number
    562941120749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,636 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    105,636 miles
    Test number
    945975193369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass105,526 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    105,526 miles
    Test number
    194881747881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,957 miles (+417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,957 miles
    Test number
    792250085929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass104,540 miles (+6,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,540 miles
    Test number
    733299724855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass97,702 miles (+11,644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,702 miles
    Test number
    964371462961
    • 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)
  10. Pass86,058 miles (+5,414)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    86,058 miles
    Test number
    725066664015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,644 miles (+2,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    318849845112
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  12. Pass78,529 miles (+4,674)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,529 miles
    Test number
    799733114149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,855 miles (+1,863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,855 miles
    Test number
    885719903125
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass71,992 miles (+3,955)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,992 miles
    Test number
    466472512126
    • NoteSurface corrosion to offside rear outer sill
  15. Pass68,037 miles (+1,154)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,037 miles
    Test number
    608899991032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on floorpan and suspension components
  16. Pass66,883 miles (+4,580)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,883 miles
    Test number
    262053090041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,303 miles (+3,184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,303 miles
    Test number
    494762599083
    • NoteSmall cut nearside front tyre
  18. Pass59,119 miles (+1,121)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,119 miles
    Test number
    210505018451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,998 miles (+6,402)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,998 miles
    Test number
    172459397188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    284005936173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L71 MPP

Does L71 MPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L71 MPP is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L71 MPP?
The MOT on L71 MPP is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L71 MPP done?
L71 MPP was recorded at 106,240 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 2,743 miles a year.
Has L71 MPP ever failed its MOT?
No. L71 MPP has passed all 20 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L71 MPP 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 L71 MPP find?
L71 MPP passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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