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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1995 · 1,839 cc

L7 FFFMOT history

L7 FFF is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Sept 1995. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2022.

L7 FFF 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 26 Oct 2023
Mileage
71,652 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 FFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
30 Sept 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 FFF was last recorded at 71,652 miles on 27 Oct 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,650 miles · 7 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 71,652 miles
  • 2021 – 71,650 miles
  • 2019 – 71,446 miles
  • 2018 – 71,336 miles
  • 2017 – 71,191 miles
  • 2016 – 70,357 miles
  • 2015 – 68,098 miles
  • 2014 – 64,627 miles
  • 2013 – 61,884 miles
  • 2012 – 59,026 miles
  • 2011 – 55,968 miles
  • 2010 – 51,681 miles
  • 2009 – 48,642 miles
  • 2008 – 46,392 miles
  • 2007 – 42,946 miles
  • 2006 – 39,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,652 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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,652 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    71,652 miles
    Test number
    656327117299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,650 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    713534062133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,446 miles
    Test number
    285655148828
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail71,446 miles (+110)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,446 miles
    Test number
    718449693445
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass71,336 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,336 miles
    Test number
    950429874174
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail71,336 miles (+145)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,336 miles
    Test number
    469534645103
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to brake fluid leaking from a brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass71,191 miles (+834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,191 miles
    Test number
    306354489824
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass70,357 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,357 miles
    Test number
    976551478824
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  9. Fail70,357 miles (+2,259)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,357 miles
    Test number
    585453532178
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  10. Pass68,098 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,098 miles
    Test number
    608073645003
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/r arch corroded
    • NoteWasher bottle inscure

  11. Fail68,098 miles (+3,471)9 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,098 miles
    Test number
    126359925451
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r arch corroded
    • NoteWasher bottle inscure

  12. Pass64,627 miles (+48)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,627 miles
    Test number
    318698354096
    • NoteBoth front wings inscure

  13. Fail64,579 miles (+2,695)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,579 miles
    Test number
    996921954066
    • FailureCentre Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front wings inscure

  14. Pass61,884 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,884 miles
    Test number
    199296253028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side wing/sill corroded and holed

  15. Fail61,884 miles (+2,858)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,884 miles
    Test number
    227043453008
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side wing/sill corroded and holed

  16. Pass59,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    59,026 miles
    Test number
    707981652016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,023 miles (+3,055)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,023 miles
    Test number
    927621852095
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  18. Pass55,968 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,968 miles
    Test number
    179565141047
    • NoteRear exhaust box rattles

  19. Fail55,967 miles (+4,286)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,967 miles
    Test number
    179505741494
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rattles

  20. Pass51,681 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,681 miles
    Test number
    542078820084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail51,672 miles (+3,030)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,672 miles
    Test number
    440805920026
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass48,642 miles (+2,250)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,642 miles
    Test number
    470107349018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  23. Pass46,392 miles (+3,446)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,392 miles
    Test number
    980197338048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,946 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    42,946 miles
    Test number
    301631847041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail42,941 miles (+3,319)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,941 miles
    Test number
    161954537452
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass39,622 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,622 miles
    Test number
    991362346014
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads worn
    • NoteNsf door sticking

Questions about L7 FFF

Does L7 FFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 FFF expired on 26 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 FFF?
The MOT on L7 FFF expired on 26 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 FFF done?
L7 FFF was recorded at 71,652 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2022, an average of 1,917 miles a year.
Has L7 FFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 FFF has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on L7 FFF 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 L7 FFF find?
L7 FFF passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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