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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1994 · 1,839 cc

L79 RDTMOT history

L79 RDT is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Jun 1994. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 157,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2022.

L79 RDT green 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 4 Feb 2023
Mileage
157,854 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L79 RDT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
2 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L79 RDT was last recorded at 157,854 miles on 4 Feb 2022, 3,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,257 miles · 5 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
3,597 miles
Average per year
2,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,854 miles
  • 2021 – 154,257 miles
  • 2019 – 150,488 miles
  • 2017 – 141,511 miles
  • 2016 – 140,079 miles
  • 2015 – 138,226 miles
  • 2014 – 136,733 miles
  • 2009 – 131,694 miles
  • 2008 – 130,490 miles
  • 2007 – 129,230 miles
  • 2006 – 125,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,854 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing repair loose
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded but not in prescribed area
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension corroded

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.

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,854 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    157,854 miles
    Test number
    472434069524
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing repair loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension corroded

  2. Fail157,854 miles (+3,597)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,854 miles
    Test number
    252109696323
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing repair loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension corroded

  3. Pass154,257 miles (+155)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    154,257 miles
    Test number
    550623912935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded and subframes

  4. Fail154,102 miles (+3,614)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,102 miles
    Test number
    182709266524
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded and subframes

  5. Pass150,488 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    150,488 miles
    Test number
    739076176138
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail150,488 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,488 miles
    Test number
    911536364431
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass142,039 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    142,039 km
    Test number
    833711600405
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing low in tread on the inner edge

  8. Pass141,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    141,511 miles
    Test number
    607993767275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail141,511 miles (+1,432)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,511 miles
    Test number
    435678775057
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe leaking front to rear pipe when under pressure (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  10. Pass140,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    140,079 miles
    Test number
    482929568609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail140,079 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,079 miles
    Test number
    828876372140
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  12. Fail140,072 km3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,072 km
    Test number
    517984329954
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

  13. Pass138,226 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    138,226 miles
    Test number
    858274135180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Fail138,226 miles (+1,493)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,226 miles
    Test number
    948882735118
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Pass136,733 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    136,733 miles
    Test number
    638966154141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Pass136,134 km (+496)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    136,134 km
    Test number
    349746753132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front brakes binding slightly after use

  17. Pass135,638 km (+1,096)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    135,638 km
    Test number
    529438632189
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteBoth front brakes binding slightly after use

  18. Pass134,542 km (+1,493)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    134,542 km
    Test number
    248059651129
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  19. Pass133,049 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    133,049 km
    Test number
    280134640426
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  20. Pass131,694 miles (+1,204)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    131,694 miles
    Test number
    661821749114
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteNearside hand brake efficiency slightly low advise further checks / adjustment

  21. Pass130,490 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    130,490 miles
    Test number
    142463548144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass129,230 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    129,230 miles
    Test number
    433253747152
    • NoteSlight corrosion on nearside outer sill at rear

  23. Fail129,230 miles (+3,340)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,230 miles
    Test number
    961443647129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on nearside outer sill at rear

  24. Pass125,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    125,890 miles
    Test number
    582010266138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail125,890 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,890 miles
    Test number
    502686936120
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about L79 RDT

Does L79 RDT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L79 RDT expired on 4 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L79 RDT?
The MOT on L79 RDT expired on 4 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L79 RDT done?
L79 RDT was recorded at 157,854 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2022, an average of 2,033 miles a year.
Has L79 RDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 RDT has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L79 RDT 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 RDT find?
L79 RDT passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2022 with 8 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front wing repair loose; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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