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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,840 cc

LB03 EWFMOT history

LB03 EWF is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 52,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
52,878 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 EWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 EWF was last recorded at 52,878 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,230 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
648 miles
Average per year
2,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,878 miles
  • 2025 – 52,230 miles
  • 2024 – 51,159 miles
  • 2023 – 49,598 miles
  • 2022 – 48,324 miles
  • 2021 – 46,982 miles
  • 2020 – 45,333 miles
  • 2019 – 43,949 miles
  • 2018 – 43,067 miles
  • 2017 – 41,538 miles
  • 2016 – 39,894 miles
  • 2015 – 37,863 miles
  • 2014 – 34,638 miles
  • 2013 – 32,111 miles
  • 2012 – 27,722 miles
  • 2011 – 19,300 miles
  • 2010 – 13,757 miles
  • 2009 – 12,538 miles
  • 2008 – 11,564 miles
  • 2007 – 10,201 miles
  • 2006 – 8,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,878 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 Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,878 miles (+648)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    52,878 miles
    Test number
    621624150832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass52,230 miles (+1,071)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    52,230 miles
    Test number
    676141916694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass51,159 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    51,159 miles
    Test number
    163673560276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail51,154 miles (+1,556)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,154 miles
    Test number
    708411681990
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass49,598 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,598 miles
    Test number
    322541313736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,324 miles (+1,342)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,324 miles
    Test number
    678781189643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,982 miles (+1,649)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,982 miles
    Test number
    114349465292
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Both sides lower ball joint boots heavily perished/cracking.
    • AdvisoryFront x2 front steering track-rod boots perishing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower/inner seal rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass45,333 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    45,333 miles
    Test number
    332988645084
    • AdvisoryFront Lower x2 lower ball joint boots perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Fail45,332 miles (+1,383)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,332 miles
    Test number
    284304122572
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure x4 all tyres heavily perishing/cracking & cords through cracks. Mich 205/45/R16 83V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower x2 lower ball joint boots perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively N/S Front & Rear brakes fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass43,949 miles (+882)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    43,949 miles
    Test number
    994247514715
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 45% imbalance limit is 50% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower both sides lower ball joint boots perishing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively + slight lag in operation (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryClutch fluid contaminated
    • AdvisoryX4 tyres perishing on edges

  11. Pass43,067 miles (+1,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,067 miles
    Test number
    821549309249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  12. Pass41,538 miles (+1,644)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,538 miles
    Test number
    706943492871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass39,894 miles (+2,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,894 miles
    Test number
    433826759733
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass37,863 miles (+3,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,863 miles
    Test number
    493128674440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass34,638 miles (+2,527)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,638 miles
    Test number
    356209514214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,111 miles (+4,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    32,111 miles
    Test number
    238998523265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass27,722 miles (+8,422)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,722 miles
    Test number
    295172192400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    19,300 miles
    Test number
    267307661147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,300 miles (+5,543)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,300 miles
    Test number
    327397561139
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass13,757 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    13,757 miles
    Test number
    993756760194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,538 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    12,538 miles
    Test number
    800148479153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,564 miles (+1,363)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,564 miles
    Test number
    170702778120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,201 miles (+1,420)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    10,201 miles
    Test number
    713044437131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,781 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    8,781 miles
    Test number
    983978436160
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking inbetween treads,advise renew.

Questions about LB03 EWF

Does LB03 EWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 EWF is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 EWF?
The MOT on LB03 EWF is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 EWF done?
LB03 EWF was recorded at 52,878 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 2,175 miles a year.
Has LB03 EWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 EWF has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 EWF 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 EWF find?
LB03 EWF passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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