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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,597 cc

LB04 XXSMOT history

LB04 XXS is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 106,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
106,547 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 XXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 XXS was last recorded at 106,547 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 3,979 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,568 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,979 miles
Average per year
5,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,547 miles
  • 2025 – 102,568 miles
  • 2024 – 91,184 miles
  • 2023 – 69,003 miles
  • 2022 – 59,074 miles
  • 2021 – 57,080 miles
  • 2020 – 54,395 miles
  • 2019 – 53,024 miles
  • 2018 – 51,596 miles
  • 2017 – 50,322 miles
  • 2016 – 48,271 miles
  • 2015 – 42,397 miles
  • 2014 – 36,412 miles
  • 2013 – 32,814 miles
  • 2012 – 28,169 miles
  • 2011 – 21,768 miles
  • 2009 – 18,565 miles
  • 2008 – 14,993 miles
  • 2007 – 7,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,547 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryInner sills esp rear corroding
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroding esp rear
  • AdvisoryVehicle needs work to survive

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 binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,547 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    106,547 miles
    Test number
    407447868338
    • AdvisoryInner sills esp rear corroding
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding esp rear
    • AdvisoryVehicle needs work to survive

  2. Fail106,547 miles (+3,979)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,547 miles
    Test number
    346918665109
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner sills esp rear corroding
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding esp rear
    • AdvisoryVehicle needs work to survive

  3. Pass102,568 miles (+11,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    102,568 miles
    Test number
    938398799843
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass91,184 miles (+22,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    91,184 miles
    Test number
    523514914026
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sills showing signs of corrosion

  5. Pass69,003 miles (+9,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,003 miles
    Test number
    928478237163
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass59,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    59,074 miles
    Test number
    481135276698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail59,074 miles (+1,994)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,074 miles
    Test number
    804604405579
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass57,080 miles (+2,685)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    57,080 miles
    Test number
    150629433184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,395 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    54,395 miles
    Test number
    644701401409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,394 miles (+1,370)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,394 miles
    Test number
    660593477843
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass53,024 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    53,024 miles
    Test number
    426543870276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,596 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    199896609764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,322 miles
    Test number
    696665725813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,322 miles (+2,051)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,322 miles
    Test number
    572812492796
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass48,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    412068494060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,271 miles (+5,874)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,271 miles
    Test number
    638553842268
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  17. Pass42,397 miles (+5,985)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,397 miles
    Test number
    357833465028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,412 miles
    Test number
    475259574015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,412 miles (+3,598)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,412 miles
    Test number
    918619774028
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail32,814 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,814 miles
    Test number
    257150583000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass32,814 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,814 miles
    Test number
    688010283040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,169 miles
    Test number
    559291782048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,169 miles (+6,401)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,169 miles
    Test number
    737870682026
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass21,768 miles (+3,203)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,768 miles
    Test number
    508678331005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,565 miles (+3,572)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,565 miles
    Test number
    553920919227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail14,993 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,993 miles
    Test number
    274409098182
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass14,993 miles (+7,252)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,993 miles
    Test number
    910249398146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass7,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    7,741 miles
    Test number
    393428007466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 XXS

Does LB04 XXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 XXS is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 XXS?
The MOT on LB04 XXS is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 XXS done?
LB04 XXS was recorded at 106,547 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 5,267 miles a year.
Has LB04 XXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 XXS has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 XXS 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 LB04 XXS find?
LB04 XXS passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: inner sills esp rear corroding; power steering pipes corroded; suspension components corroding esp rear, and 1 more.

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