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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

L84 VDMMOT history

L84 VDM is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 153,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

L84 VDM 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 21 May 2027
Mileage
153,783 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L84 VDM
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
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L84 VDM was last recorded at 153,783 miles on 22 May 2026, 1,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,742 miles · 26 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,041 miles
Average per year
3,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,783 miles
  • 2024 – 152,742 miles
  • 2016 – 127,569 miles
  • 2014 – 123,004 miles
  • 2013 – 118,717 miles
  • 2011 – 112,137 miles
  • 2010 – 102,221 miles
  • 2008 – 93,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,783 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver seat belt (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,783 miles (+1,041)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    153,783 miles
    Test number
    877010501858
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver seat belt (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass152,742 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    152,742 miles
    Test number
    722977316879
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail152,742 miles2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,742 miles
    Test number
    183157561292
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass149,234 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    149,234 km
    Test number
    236024230789
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail149,234 km (+3,703)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,234 km
    Test number
    138656194711
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,531 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    145,531 km
    Test number
    681816889636
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail145,531 km (+3,382)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,531 km
    Test number
    229884957934
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass142,149 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    142,149 km
    Test number
    139169988228
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail142,149 km (+4,414)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,149 km
    Test number
    686717318764
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass137,735 km (+4,305)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,735 km
    Test number
    820628051231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass133,430 km (+2,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    133,430 km
    Test number
    220649934252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated(rubber cracking)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass130,964 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    130,964 km
    Test number
    501767005818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,964 km2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,964 km
    Test number
    531200799639
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass127,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    127,569 miles
    Test number
    196778827030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,730 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    124,730 km
    Test number
    766994055133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass123,004 miles (+4,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    123,004 miles
    Test number
    739321984129
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass118,717 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    118,717 miles
    Test number
    747748353132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass117,015 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    117,015 km
    Test number
    528004982109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass112,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    112,137 miles
    Test number
    599112361168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail112,137 miles (+9,916)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,137 miles
    Test number
    528045451123
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass102,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    102,221 miles
    Test number
    322366460165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,851 km (+3,915)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    97,851 km
    Test number
    134509859130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass93,936 km
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,936 km
    Test number
    374694068128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass93,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    93,888 miles
    Test number
    650854748182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L84 VDM

Does L84 VDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L84 VDM is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L84 VDM?
The MOT on L84 VDM is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L84 VDM done?
L84 VDM was recorded at 153,783 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 3,328 miles a year.
Has L84 VDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L84 VDM has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L84 VDM 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 L84 VDM find?
L84 VDM passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides, and 1 more.

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