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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,839 cc

LB05 VPUMOT history

LB05 VPU is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 86,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,752 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VPU was last recorded at 86,752 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 5,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,131 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,621 miles
Average per year
3,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,752 miles
  • 2025 – 81,131 miles
  • 2024 – 77,814 miles
  • 2023 – 76,135 miles
  • 2022 – 74,557 miles
  • 2021 – 71,124 miles
  • 2019 – 66,038 miles
  • 2018 – 62,577 miles
  • 2017 – 59,582 miles
  • 2016 – 56,797 miles
  • 2015 – 54,817 miles
  • 2014 – 51,248 miles
  • 2013 – 48,904 miles
  • 2012 – 46,789 miles
  • 2011 – 44,336 miles
  • 2010 – 40,816 miles
  • 2009 – 36,516 miles
  • 2008 – 29,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,752 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front And Rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle has been undersealed
  • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion underneath

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,752 miles (+5,621)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,752 miles
    Test number
    505356596855
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front And Rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been undersealed
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion underneath

  2. Pass81,131 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    81,131 miles
    Test number
    360565000797
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Chassis Rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail81,131 miles (+3,317)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,131 miles
    Test number
    304090037879
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Chassis Rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,814 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,814 miles
    Test number
    539686884210
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail77,814 miles (+1,679)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,814 miles
    Test number
    988869287719
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed blowing to excess (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear of centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass76,135 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    153445180746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail76,135 miles (+1,578)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    376327213187
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass74,557 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,557 miles
    Test number
    128048836103
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Damaged Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Nail In Tread (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail74,557 miles (+3,433)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,557 miles
    Test number
    310262329545
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Damaged Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Nail In Tread (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass71,124 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,124 miles
    Test number
    562382769934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,053 miles (+5,015)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,053 miles
    Test number
    675025791479
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside rear lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass66,038 miles (+133)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,038 miles
    Test number
    906893782952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch/ chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive closing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive facing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal body filla (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch/ chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive closing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive facing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail65,905 miles (+3,328)2 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,905 miles
    Test number
    196237364162
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation tested twice , worse 2nd go (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch / chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body filla, (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive closing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive facing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch / chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive closing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive facing (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTop up oil to carry out test

  14. Pass62,577 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    62,577 miles
    Test number
    143240251963
    • AdvisoryRear sills, rear closing panels, front inner arches , rear sill to floors all corroded

  15. Fail62,576 miles (+2,994)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,576 miles
    Test number
    742420713763
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sills, rear closing panels, front inner arches , rear sill to floors all corroded

  16. Pass59,582 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,582 miles
    Test number
    280882128898
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low.
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill i slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail59,582 miles (+2,785)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,582 miles
    Test number
    874061457224
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low.
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill i slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass56,797 miles (+26)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,797 miles
    Test number
    726431625556
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin starting to get low , discs signs of heat (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes uneven
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorating and leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner arches/ chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryRear facing / closing panels corroded

  19. Fail56,771 miles (+1,954)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,771 miles
    Test number
    408521860420
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin starting to get low , discs signs of heat (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes uneven
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorating and leaking
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner arches/ chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryRear facing / closing panels corroded

  20. Pass54,817 miles (+3,569)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,817 miles
    Test number
    827802685150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,248 miles (+2,344)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,248 miles
    Test number
    526223604284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on underside suspension components

  22. Pass48,904 miles (+2,115)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,904 miles
    Test number
    646110203227
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Fail46,789 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,789 miles
    Test number
    346770902253
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass46,789 miles (+2,453)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,789 miles
    Test number
    379450002446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass44,336 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,336 miles
    Test number
    758144491179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail40,816 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,816 miles
    Test number
    211844000262
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  27. Pass40,816 miles (+4,300)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,816 miles
    Test number
    672884200210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,516 miles (+7,013)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,516 miles
    Test number
    661068609202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,503 miles
    Test number
    531774408267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VPU

Does LB05 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 VPU is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VPU?
The MOT on LB05 VPU is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 VPU done?
LB05 VPU was recorded at 86,752 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 3,268 miles a year.
Has LB05 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VPU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 VPU 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 VPU find?
LB05 VPU passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both sides; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front both sides, and 2 more.

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