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Mazda MX-5

White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,597 cc

L93 BJUMOT history

L93 BJU is a white petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 105,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L93 BJU white 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 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,102 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L93 BJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
7 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L93 BJU was last recorded at 105,102 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,090 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
1,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,102 miles
  • 2024 – 104,328 miles
  • 2023 – 103,427 miles
  • 2020 – 102,114 miles
  • 2019 – 98,613 miles
  • 2018 – 94,085 miles
  • 2017 – 88,839 miles
  • 2016 – 82,610 miles
  • 2015 – 78,433 miles
  • 2011 – 77,439 miles
  • 2009 – 75,503 miles
  • 2008 – 73,882 miles
  • 2007 – 71,017 miles
  • 2006 – 66,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,102 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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Clutch pedal anti slip is worn through

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,102 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,102 miles
    Test number
    937800820399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail105,090 miles (+762)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,090 miles
    Test number
    730088438106
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass104,328 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    104,328 miles
    Test number
    955727316164
    • AdvisoryBoth rear registration lamps working but very dim

  4. Fail104,328 miles (+901)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,328 miles
    Test number
    262568563513
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear registration lamps working but very dim

  5. Pass103,427 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    103,427 miles
    Test number
    760132960806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass102,114 miles (+3,501)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,114 miles
    Test number
    542587448214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,613 miles
    Test number
    460068880514
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail98,613 miles (+4,528)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,613 miles
    Test number
    122651060584
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass94,085 miles (+159)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    94,085 miles
    Test number
    295803826324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip is worn through
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner outer sill repairs are covered in underseal

  10. Fail93,926 miles (+5,087)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,926 miles
    Test number
    508164853673
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner/outer sill /lower wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip is worn through

  11. Pass88,839 miles (+6,229)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,839 miles
    Test number
    724981901351
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal antislip rubber is worn on the nearside edge
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner /outer sill has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake is binding slightly

  12. Pass82,610 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,610 miles
    Test number
    905644890113
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip is worn on the nearside edge
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip is worn
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sill/lower wheel arch is slightly coroded

  13. Fail82,610 miles (+4,177)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,610 miles
    Test number
    553735161624
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti slip is worn on the nearside edge
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip is worn
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sill/lower wheel arch is slightly coroded

  14. Pass78,433 miles (+21)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,433 miles
    Test number
    727127515131
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs are slightly coroded

  15. Fail78,412 miles (+973)2 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,412 miles
    Test number
    709784715141
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake discs are slightly coroded

  16. Pass77,439 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,439 miles
    Test number
    877604861144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,435 miles (+1,932)12 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,435 miles
    Test number
    936921361134
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  18. Pass75,503 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,503 miles
    Test number
    332658819241
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteFront & rear suspension corroded

  19. Fail75,503 miles (+1,621)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,503 miles
    Test number
    980306119278
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteFront & rear suspension corroded

  20. Pass73,882 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    73,882 miles
    Test number
    302948918220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,846 miles (+2,829)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    934662618292
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass71,017 miles (+4,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    71,017 miles
    Test number
    353148417253
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  23. Pass66,787 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    704471126293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Questions about L93 BJU

Does L93 BJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L93 BJU is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L93 BJU?
The MOT on L93 BJU is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L93 BJU done?
L93 BJU was recorded at 105,102 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 1,945 miles a year.
Has L93 BJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L93 BJU has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L93 BJU 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 L93 BJU find?
L93 BJU passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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