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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,798 cc

LA51 CTAMOT history

LA51 CTA is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 2007. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 73,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2023.

LA51 CTA blue 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 11 Apr 2024
Mileage
73,328 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 CTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 CTA was last recorded at 73,328 miles on 12 Apr 2023, 690 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,638 miles · 2 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
690 miles
Average per year
3,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 73,328 miles
  • 2022 – 72,638 miles
  • 2021 – 71,279 miles
  • 2020 – 70,745 miles
  • 2019 – 70,745 miles
  • 2018 – 69,444 miles
  • 2017 – 67,586 miles
  • 2016 – 62,864 miles
  • 2015 – 55,059 miles
  • 2014 – 54,397 miles
  • 2013 – 50,200 miles
  • 2012 – 43,950 miles
  • 2011 – 39,126 miles
  • 2010 – 32,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,328 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,328 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    73,328 miles
    Test number
    875225299438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,638 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    72,638 miles
    Test number
    439811201270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail72,596 miles (+1,317)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,596 miles
    Test number
    385704630325
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre section snapped from rear box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to exhaust. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion on underside of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass71,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,279 miles
    Test number
    282780579219
    • AdvisorySteering suspension and brake system components covered in grease or other material

  5. Fail71,279 miles (+534)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,279 miles
    Test number
    593838919191
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass70,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,745 miles
    Test number
    883635661143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,745 miles (+1,301)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,745 miles
    Test number
    806169368748
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass69,444 miles (+1,858)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    69,444 miles
    Test number
    223782254173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,586 miles (+4,722)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    67,586 miles
    Test number
    646050617357
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield corroded causing exhaust rattle.
    • AdvisoryUnder-body corrosion.

  10. Pass62,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,864 miles
    Test number
    574323508984
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are showing signs of surface rust
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Both front and rear subframes and suspension components are showing signs of corrosion. (6.1.A.1)

  11. Fail62,864 miles (+7,805)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,864 miles
    Test number
    694248515790
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are showing signs of surface rust
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Both front and rear subframes and suspension components are showing signs of corrosion. (6.1.A.1)

  12. Pass55,059 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,059 miles
    Test number
    290685792981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,397 miles (+4,197)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    54,397 miles
    Test number
    808563544331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,200 miles (+2,348)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    50,200 miles
    Test number
    598426543327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass47,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,852 miles
    Test number
    778947903145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,852 miles (+3,902)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,852 miles
    Test number
    896747603167
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  17. Pass43,950 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,950 miles
    Test number
    909245212167
    • NoteNearside door mirror insecure

  18. Fail43,949 miles (+4,823)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,949 miles
    Test number
    935285012186
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside door mirror insecure

  19. Pass39,126 miles (+6,253)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,126 miles
    Test number
    677406811172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass32,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,873 miles
    Test number
    392939010143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 CTA

Does LA51 CTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 CTA expired on 11 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 CTA?
The MOT on LA51 CTA expired on 11 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 CTA done?
LA51 CTA was recorded at 73,328 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2023, an average of 3,123 miles a year.
Has LA51 CTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 CTA has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 CTA 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 LA51 CTA find?
LA51 CTA passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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