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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,597 cc

L85 PWUMOT history

L85 PWU is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 80,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

L85 PWU red 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 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
80,787 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L85 PWU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L85 PWU was last recorded at 80,787 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 3,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,554 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,233 miles
Average per year
1,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,787 miles
  • 2025 – 77,554 miles
  • 2024 – 71,045 miles
  • 2021 – 71,008 miles
  • 2019 – 70,281 miles
  • 2018 – 69,577 miles
  • 2017 – 69,039 miles
  • 2016 – 68,026 miles
  • 2015 – 67,043 miles
  • 2014 – 65,806 miles
  • 2013 – 64,620 miles
  • 2012 – 63,622 miles
  • 2011 – 62,164 miles
  • 2010 – 60,696 miles
  • 2009 – 59,396 miles
  • 2008 – 58,815 miles
  • 2007 – 57,658 miles
  • 2006 – 57,280 miles
  • 2005 – 56,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,787 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll drop link bushes slightly perished
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake hoses starting to perish
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes starting to corrode
  • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly perished
  • AdvisoryRear diff mount nut loose
  • AdvisoryRear of offside inner sill 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 Front wing corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,787 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    80,787 miles
    Test number
    111643368533
    • AdvisoryAll drop link bushes slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear diff mount nut loose
    • AdvisoryRear of offside inner sill corroded

  2. Fail80,787 miles (+3,233)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,787 miles
    Test number
    154051783895
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60r14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll drop link bushes slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear diff mount nut loose
    • AdvisoryRear of offside inner sill corroded

  3. Pass77,554 miles (+6,509)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    679277179322
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

  4. Pass71,045 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,045 miles
    Test number
    917909579745
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing corroded

  5. Fail71,043 miles (+35)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,043 miles
    Test number
    744178661585
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing corroded

  6. Pass71,008 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,008 miles
    Test number
    383454723780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,281 miles (+704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,281 miles
    Test number
    641466664089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,577 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    69,577 miles
    Test number
    798539106790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail69,570 miles (+531)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,570 miles
    Test number
    668111328163
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass69,039 miles (+1,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    69,039 miles
    Test number
    658171851055
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass68,026 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,026 miles
    Test number
    107123656227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,043 miles (+1,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,043 miles
    Test number
    241052796055
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass65,806 miles (+1,186)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,806 miles
    Test number
    736698534355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,620 miles (+998)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,620 miles
    Test number
    848719033384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,622 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    63,622 miles
    Test number
    519918142303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,164 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,164 miles
    Test number
    418073751406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,696 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    60,696 miles
    Test number
    264093740308
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCoolant leak

  18. Fail60,696 miles (+1,300)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,696 miles
    Test number
    752283440337
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCoolant leak

  19. Pass59,396 miles (+581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    59,396 miles
    Test number
    992165649351
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass58,815 miles (+1,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    58,815 miles
    Test number
    811097948311
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass57,658 miles (+378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    57,658 miles
    Test number
    550236847318
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass57,280 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    57,280 miles
    Test number
    803883356347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear subframes and suspension surface corrisoin

  23. Fail57,276 miles (+1,060)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,276 miles
    Test number
    491483256491
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear sub frames and suspension surface corrision

  24. Pass56,216 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    56,216 miles
    Test number
    233564355350
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on n/s/r and o/s/r brake disc

Questions about L85 PWU

Does L85 PWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L85 PWU is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L85 PWU?
The MOT on L85 PWU is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L85 PWU done?
L85 PWU was recorded at 80,787 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 1,222 miles a year.
Has L85 PWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L85 PWU has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L85 PWU 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 L85 PWU find?
L85 PWU passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: all drop link bushes slightly perished; front and rear brake hoses starting to perish; front and rear brake pipes starting to corrode, and 3 more.

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