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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,839 cc

LB03 EWEMOT history

LB03 EWE is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 147,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2024
Mileage
147,891 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 EWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 EWE was last recorded at 147,891 miles on 24 May 2023, 13,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,235 miles · 20 May 2022
Between the last two tests
13,656 miles
Average per year
7,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,891 miles
  • 2022 – 134,235 miles
  • 2021 – 123,968 miles
  • 2020 – 113,713 miles
  • 2019 – 112,297 miles
  • 2018 – 110,631 miles
  • 2017 – 108,021 miles
  • 2016 – 105,655 miles
  • 2015 – 104,048 miles
  • 2014 – 101,862 miles
  • 2013 – 96,038 miles
  • 2012 – 86,953 miles
  • 2011 – 73,612 miles
  • 2010 – 62,129 miles
  • 2009 – 53,018 miles
  • 2008 – 41,189 miles
  • 2007 – 29,060 miles
  • 2006 – 19,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,891 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.
  • AdvisoryRear Brake Pads are worn low.

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,891 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    147,891 miles
    Test number
    868018347049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake Pads are worn low.

  2. Fail147,891 miles (+13,656)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,891 miles
    Test number
    182740267719
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake Pads are worn low.

  3. Pass134,235 miles (+22)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    134,235 miles
    Test number
    448745682006
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition
    • AdvisoryUnder body rust

  4. Fail134,213 miles (+10,245)1 dangerous4 major2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,213 miles
    Test number
    651633521833
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBase of both front wings corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses are in a poor condition
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both, perished on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front door sill trim fell off during test
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brakes appear slightly low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components generally corroded
    • AdvisoryRear view mirror slightly loose
    • AdvisoryStone chip in front windscreen

  5. Pass123,968 miles (+10,255)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    123,968 miles
    Test number
    617820525350
    • AdvisoryBoth front ball joint boots are perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis legs are corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front wings are corroded at base
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills are showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre R
    • AdvisoryOs headlamp glass is in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass113,713 miles (+1,416)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    113,713 miles
    Test number
    768847104270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,297 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,297 miles
    Test number
    887588830197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail112,286 miles (+1,655)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,286 miles
    Test number
    427787132317
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass110,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,631 miles
    Test number
    113010883964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail110,631 miles (+2,610)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,631 miles
    Test number
    215211441186
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass108,021 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,021 miles
    Test number
    857981573041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail108,021 miles (+2,366)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,021 miles
    Test number
    692797912491
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass105,655 miles (+1,607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,655 miles
    Test number
    178683523595
    • AdvisoryNail on n/s/f tyre

  14. Pass104,048 miles (+2,186)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,048 miles
    Test number
    249038425470
    • NoteBoth rear tyres in poor condition

  15. Pass101,862 miles (+5,824)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,862 miles
    Test number
    275826734411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,038 miles (+9,085)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,038 miles
    Test number
    905090843190
    • NoteBoth rear outer sills starting to rust

  17. Pass86,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,953 miles
    Test number
    289273452165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,953 miles (+22)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,953 miles
    Test number
    678231252129
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail86,931 miles (+13,319)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,931 miles
    Test number
    226959542125
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted inner side
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded at joint

  20. Pass73,612 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,612 miles
    Test number
    299966021444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail73,612 miles (+11,483)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,612 miles
    Test number
    745906421194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass62,129 miles (+9,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    62,129 miles
    Test number
    363088620154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass53,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,018 miles
    Test number
    493432139141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,015 miles (+11,826)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,015 miles
    Test number
    691062339164
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Fail41,189 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,189 miles
    Test number
    153371358154
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass41,189 miles (+12,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,189 miles
    Test number
    221931258153
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass29,060 miles (+10,022)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,060 miles
    Test number
    231975537473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,038 miles
    Test number
    324232236144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 EWE

Does LB03 EWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 EWE expired on 31 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 EWE?
The MOT on LB03 EWE expired on 31 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 EWE done?
LB03 EWE was recorded at 147,891 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023, an average of 7,565 miles a year.
Has LB03 EWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 EWE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 EWE 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 EWE find?
LB03 EWE passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.; offside front tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge.; rear brake pads are worn low..

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