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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,839 cc

LB04 YXEMOT history

LB04 YXE is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 87,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
87,673 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 YXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 YXE was last recorded at 87,673 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,662 miles · 7 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,673 miles
  • 2025 – 85,452 miles
  • 2024 – 83,501 miles
  • 2023 – 81,661 miles
  • 2022 – 79,585 miles
  • 2021 – 77,085 miles
  • 2020 – 75,502 miles
  • 2019 – 72,584 miles
  • 2018 – 70,125 miles
  • 2017 – 66,607 miles
  • 2016 – 63,324 miles
  • 2015 – 60,137 miles
  • 2014 – 56,571 miles
  • 2013 – 52,991 miles
  • 2012 – 49,748 miles
  • 2011 – 46,781 miles
  • 2010 – 41,322 miles
  • 2009 – 32,958 miles
  • 2008 – 27,171 miles
  • 2007 – 23,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,673 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area repairs undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,673 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    87,673 miles
    Test number
    120567092213
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area repairs undersealed
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail87,662 miles (+2,210)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,662 miles
    Test number
    120324789411
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area repairs undersealed
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass85,452 miles (+1,951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    85,452 miles
    Test number
    232147076675
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded

  4. Pass83,501 miles (+1,840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    83,501 miles
    Test number
    510730719302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass81,661 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    81,661 miles
    Test number
    482608538466
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  6. Fail81,650 miles (+2,065)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,650 miles
    Test number
    644315652547
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  7. Pass79,585 miles (+2,500)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,585 miles
    Test number
    935404881839
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassic rail {inner wheel arch} (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassic rail ( inner wheel arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySmear on wipers

  8. Pass77,085 miles (+1,583)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,085 miles
    Test number
    183493822343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill coroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill coroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass75,502 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,502 miles
    Test number
    195943120211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,495 miles (+2,911)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,495 miles
    Test number
    375515833206
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed both sides rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass72,584 miles (+2,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,584 miles
    Test number
    310261133194
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass70,125 miles (+3,518)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    868680410731
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and rear both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass66,607 miles (+3,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,607 miles
    Test number
    513003620640
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  14. Pass63,324 miles (+3,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,324 miles
    Test number
    902970001981
    • AdvisoryScreen blades smear slightly
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion to nearside outer sill

  15. Pass60,137 miles (+3,566)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,137 miles
    Test number
    286861795178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,571 miles (+3,580)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,571 miles
    Test number
    138299994118
    • NoteOffside front tyre scrubbed on inner edge

  17. Pass52,991 miles (+3,243)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,991 miles
    Test number
    489242393136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,748 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,748 miles
    Test number
    605756802209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly pitted/rusty
    • NoteNearside front tyre scrubbed on outer edge

  19. Fail49,748 miles (+169)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,748 miles
    Test number
    615846702238
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly pitted/rusty
    • NoteNearside front tyre scrubbed on outer edge

  20. Fail49,579 miles (+2,798)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,579 miles
    Test number
    186438392183
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  21. Pass46,781 miles (+5,459)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,781 miles
    Test number
    419259591153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,322 miles
    Test number
    252055790492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,322 miles (+8,364)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,322 miles
    Test number
    274935990420
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass32,958 miles (+5,787)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,958 miles
    Test number
    311039109216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,171 miles (+4,068)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,171 miles
    Test number
    934971518230
    • NoteFront inner brake pads low
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  26. Pass23,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,103 miles
    Test number
    734034807231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail23,103 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,103 miles
    Test number
    224204807267
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePetrol flap intermittantly sticks

Questions about LB04 YXE

Does LB04 YXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 YXE is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 YXE?
The MOT on LB04 YXE is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 YXE done?
LB04 YXE was recorded at 87,673 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 3,375 miles a year.
Has LB04 YXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 YXE has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 YXE 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 YXE find?
LB04 YXE passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 5 more.

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