Mazda logo

Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,590 cc

L79 LCWMOT history

L79 LCW is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 64,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2021.

L79 LCW red 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 5 Nov 2022
Mileage
64,561 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
Get reminders for L79 LCW in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L79 LCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
7 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L79 LCW was last recorded at 64,561 miles on 6 Nov 2021, 9,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
55,493 miles · 25 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
9,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 64,561 miles
  • 2019 – 55,493 miles
  • 2018 – 50,751 miles
  • 2017 – 50,596 miles
  • 2016 – 40,302 miles
  • 2015 – 32,927 miles
  • 2014 – 25,902 miles
  • 2013 – 18,928 miles
  • 2012 – 12,312 miles
  • 2011 – 9,737 miles
  • 2007 – 3,014 miles
  • 2005 – 87,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,561 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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Slight corrosion on all brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,561 miles (+9,068)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,561 miles
    Test number
    945018592083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,493 miles (+4,742)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,493 miles
    Test number
    169173401163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass50,751 miles (+104)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,751 miles
    Test number
    241117509358
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on all brake pipes

  4. Fail50,647 miles (+51)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,647 miles
    Test number
    217467188220
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on all brake pipes

  5. Fail50,596 miles (+10,294)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,596 miles
    Test number
    321409419229
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass40,302 miles (+7,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    40,302 miles
    Test number
    806299603179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass32,927 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    32,927 miles
    Test number
    486889595088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  8. Fail32,927 miles (+7,025)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,927 miles
    Test number
    137839395440
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass25,902 miles (+6,974)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,902 miles
    Test number
    118279694458
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass18,928 miles (+6,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    18,928 miles
    Test number
    328559293011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass12,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    12,312 miles
    Test number
    509702182095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail12,312 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,312 miles
    Test number
    407672882028
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  13. Pass9,746 km1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    9,746 km
    Test number
    899932101198
    • NoteFront tyres cracked

  14. Fail9,737 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,737 miles
    Test number
    896249581059
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteFront tyres cracked

  15. Pass7,662 km (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    7,662 km
    Test number
    891422249364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  16. Fail7,648 km (+2,140)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,648 km
    Test number
    423171949398
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Pass5,508 km (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    5,508 km
    Test number
    972035358347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail5,507 km (+2,487)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,507 km
    Test number
    402724258462
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass3,020 km
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    3,020 km
    Test number
    152938947352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail3,014 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,014 miles
    Test number
    924540347330
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  21. Pass1,050 km
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    1,050 km
    Test number
    133353056300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass87,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    87,237 miles
    Test number
    574785155393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L79 LCW

Does L79 LCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L79 LCW expired on 5 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L79 LCW?
The MOT on L79 LCW expired on 5 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L79 LCW done?
L79 LCW was recorded at 64,561 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2021.
Has L79 LCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 LCW has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on L79 LCW 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 L79 LCW find?
L79 LCW passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all L79 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.