Mazda MX-5
Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc
LB03 EWCMOT history
LB03 EWC is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 44,116 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 2 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 44,116 mi
- At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 20 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 1,310 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB03 EWC
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 29 May 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 9 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB03 EWC was last recorded at 44,116 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 1,451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 42,665 miles · 7 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,451 miles
- Average per year
- 1,310 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 44,116 miles
- 2025 – 42,665 miles
- 2024 – 41,461 miles
- 2023 – 40,099 miles
- 2022 – 38,934 miles
- 2021 – 38,317 miles
- 2019 – 37,017 miles
- 2018 – 36,102 miles
- 2017 – 34,382 miles
- 2016 – 30,726 miles
- 2015 – 30,514 miles
- 2014 – 30,076 miles
- 2013 – 29,796 miles
- 2012 – 29,206 miles
- 2011 – 27,423 miles
- 2010 – 25,733 miles
- 2009 – 24,608 miles
- 2008 – 22,872 miles
- 2007 – 20,460 miles
- 2006 – 18,287 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass44,116 miles
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
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, 2022–2023
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
26 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass44,116 miles (+1,451)2 minor
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 44,116 miles
- Test number
- 612977302500
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Pass42,665 miles (+1,204)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 42,665 miles
- Test number
- 884631785752
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass41,461 miles (+1,362)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 41,461 miles
- Test number
- 897357566857
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front upper wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rail slightly deformed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear upper wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass40,099 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 40,099 miles
- Test number
- 700122447584
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail40,099 miles (+1,165)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,099 miles
- Test number
- 341005354362
- DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass38,934 miles (+617)3 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 38,934 miles
- Test number
- 813512901712
- MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension components and structure
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass38,317 miles2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 38,317 miles
- Test number
- 295518193919
- MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated arm ball joint gaiter perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated arm ball joint gaiter perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres slightly perished/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail38,317 miles (+1,300)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,317 miles
- Test number
- 301025638019
- 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated arm ball joint gaiter perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated arm ball joint gaiter perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres slightly perished/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass37,017 miles (+915)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 37,017 miles
- Test number
- 258452474753
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,102 miles (+1,720)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 36,102 miles
- Test number
- 952865638235
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass34,382 miles (+3,656)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 34,382 miles
- Test number
- 576166061323
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg/Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass30,726 miles (+212)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 30,726 miles
- Test number
- 115271218576
- AdvisoryBoth Windscreen wipers smearing
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing in tread
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)
Pass30,514 miles (+438)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 30,514 miles
- Test number
- 739689465155
- NoteWindscreen wipers smearing.
Pass30,076 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 30,076 miles
- Test number
- 766300974170
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail30,076 miles (+280)1 failure1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 30,076 miles
- Test number
- 775998364116
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass29,796 miles (+590)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 29,796 miles
- Test number
- 827578453148
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,206 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2013
- Odometer
- 29,206 miles
- Test number
- 918108732122
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail29,206 miles (+1,783)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 29,206 miles
- Test number
- 959078032133
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass27,423 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2012
- Odometer
- 27,423 miles
- Test number
- 767808531126
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail27,423 miles (+1,690)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 27,423 miles
- Test number
- 807908031127
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass25,733 miles (+1,125)
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2011
- Odometer
- 25,733 miles
- Test number
- 931309730153
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail24,608 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 24,608 miles
- Test number
- 163502149197
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- 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)
- NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES ARE AT MINIMUM TREAD DEPTH, CRACKED INSIDE WALLS..... IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT AND ARE STRONGLY AADVISED UPON............
Pass24,608 miles (+1,736)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2010
- Odometer
- 24,608 miles
- Test number
- 284462749495
- 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)
- NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES ARE AT MINIMUM TREAD DEPTH, CRACKED INSIDE WALLS..... IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT AND ARE STRONGLY AADVISED UPON............
Pass22,872 miles (+2,412)
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2009
- Odometer
- 22,872 miles
- Test number
- 882474138164
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass20,460 miles (+2,173)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2008
- Odometer
- 20,460 miles
- Test number
- 140216137157
- NoteN/s/r tyre 2.0 mm † o/s/r tyre 3.0 mm
Pass18,287 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 May 2007
- Odometer
- 18,287 miles
- Test number
- 483946346131
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB03 EWC
- Does LB03 EWC currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 EWC is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LB03 EWC?
- The MOT on LB03 EWC is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB03 EWC done?
- LB03 EWC was recorded at 44,116 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 1,310 miles a year.
- Has LB03 EWC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB03 EWC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
- Has the mileage on LB03 EWC 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 LB03 EWC find?
- LB03 EWC passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.
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