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Mazda MX-5

Orange · Petrol · 2005 · 1,839 cc

LB05 FFPMOT history

LB05 FFP is an orange petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 47,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
47,218 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 FFP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 FFP was last recorded at 47,218 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,215 miles · 26 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,218 miles
  • 2021 – 47,215 miles
  • 2020 – 46,930 miles
  • 2019 – 46,589 miles
  • 2016 – 46,556 miles
  • 2015 – 46,530 miles
  • 2014 – 46,514 miles
  • 2013 – 46,493 miles
  • 2012 – 46,288 miles
  • 2011 – 45,639 miles
  • 2010 – 45,471 miles
  • 2009 – 44,747 miles
  • 2008 – 41,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,218 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 11 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    47,218 miles
    Test number
    181961682776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail47,218 miles (+3)7 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,218 miles
    Test number
    129645257548
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail47,215 miles (+285)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,215 miles
    Test number
    899307145684
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass46,930 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,930 miles
    Test number
    397068547041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass46,589 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,589 miles
    Test number
    210183195693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail46,589 miles (+33)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,589 miles
    Test number
    857993683460
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass46,556 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,556 miles
    Test number
    554310604341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass46,530 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,530 miles
    Test number
    349007995101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass46,514 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,514 miles
    Test number
    949076604272
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass46,493 miles (+205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,493 miles
    Test number
    366206703227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass46,288 miles (+649)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,288 miles
    Test number
    229032712253
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre pressure low

  12. Pass45,639 miles (+168)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,639 miles
    Test number
    957325591178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,471 miles (+724)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    45,471 miles
    Test number
    512793590153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,747 miles (+3,442)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,747 miles
    Test number
    370099789149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,305 miles
    Test number
    921633398107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 FFP

Does LB05 FFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 FFP is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 FFP?
The MOT on LB05 FFP is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 FFP done?
LB05 FFP was recorded at 47,218 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 333 miles a year.
Has LB05 FFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 FFP has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 FFP 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 LB05 FFP find?
LB05 FFP passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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