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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LAJ 623MOT history

LAJ 623 is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 63,793 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

LAJ 623 green 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 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
63,793 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LAJ 623
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LAJ 623 was last recorded at 63,793 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 1,096 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,697 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,096 miles
Average per year
2,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,793 miles
  • 2024 – 62,697 miles
  • 2023 – 60,575 miles
  • 2022 – 60,135 miles
  • 2021 – 59,344 miles
  • 2020 – 58,399 miles
  • 2019 – 57,699 miles
  • 2018 – 56,156 miles
  • 2017 – 54,329 miles
  • 2016 – 52,881 miles
  • 2015 – 51,398 miles
  • 2014 – 50,218 miles
  • 2013 – 48,977 miles
  • 2012 – 47,006 miles
  • 2011 – 45,037 miles
  • 2010 – 43,345 miles
  • 2009 – 41,600 miles
  • 2008 – 38,845 miles
  • 2007 – 33,415 miles
  • 2006 – 25,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,793 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,793 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,793 miles
    Test number
    219392413169
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail63,793 miles (+1,096)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,793 miles
    Test number
    851106097045
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,697 miles (+2,122)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    62,697 miles
    Test number
    958015428686
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass60,575 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    60,575 miles
    Test number
    500131272676
    • 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))

  5. Fail60,575 miles (+440)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,575 miles
    Test number
    998963026231
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass60,135 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,135 miles
    Test number
    115807801627
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail60,135 miles (+791)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,135 miles
    Test number
    388447355461
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass59,344 miles (+945)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,344 miles
    Test number
    356639672603
    • AdvisoryGENERAL SURFACE CORROSION TO FRONT/REAR BRAKE- SUSPENTION COMPONENTS
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass58,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,399 miles
    Test number
    281322083915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,399 miles (+700)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,399 miles
    Test number
    137143580451
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass57,699 miles (+1,543)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,699 miles
    Test number
    262054297869
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass56,156 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    56,156 miles
    Test number
    348911109943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail56,156 miles (+1,827)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,156 miles
    Test number
    203780187112
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass54,329 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,329 miles
    Test number
    635420757898
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail54,329 miles (+1,448)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,329 miles
    Test number
    711362308230
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass52,881 miles (+1,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    52,881 miles
    Test number
    692244296183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass51,398 miles (+1,180)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,398 miles
    Test number
    588712425046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,218 miles (+1,241)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,218 miles
    Test number
    857043804391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,977 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,977 miles
    Test number
    127477893235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,006 miles (+1,969)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,006 miles
    Test number
    196158492243
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres getting low

  21. Pass45,037 miles (+1,692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    45,037 miles
    Test number
    867959991229
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  22. Pass43,345 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,345 miles
    Test number
    380621200338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,600 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,600 miles
    Test number
    350672309331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,845 miles (+5,430)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    38,845 miles
    Test number
    930190698223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,415 miles (+7,537)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,415 miles
    Test number
    910470797257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,878 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,878 miles
    Test number
    670683906373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LAJ 623

What vehicle is registration LAJ 623 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LAJ 623 on a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Nov 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LAJ 623 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LAJ 623 is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LAJ 623?
The MOT on LAJ 623 is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LAJ 623 done?
LAJ 623 was recorded at 63,793 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 2,002 miles a year.
Has LAJ 623 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LAJ 623 has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LAJ 623 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 LAJ 623 find?
LAJ 623 passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 6 more.

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