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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LB08 LCFMOT history

LB08 LCF is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 5 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 52,874 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
52,874 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LCF was last recorded at 52,874 miles on 15 May 2026, 2,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,463 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,411 miles
Average per year
2,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,874 miles
  • 2025 – 50,463 miles
  • 2024 – 48,654 miles
  • 2022 – 46,508 miles
  • 2021 – 43,944 miles
  • 2020 – 42,788 miles
  • 2019 – 41,615 miles
  • 2018 – 40,189 miles
  • 2017 – 35,567 miles
  • 2015 – 31,826 miles
  • 2014 – 30,293 miles
  • 2013 – 28,177 miles
  • 2012 – 27,175 miles
  • 2011 – 22,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,874 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,874 miles (+2,411)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    52,874 miles
    Test number
    315152627439
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass50,463 miles (+1,809)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    50,463 miles
    Test number
    805355659811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass48,654 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    48,654 miles
    Test number
    456694876575
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective just a pass (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail48,654 miles (+2,146)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,654 miles
    Test number
    407642841635
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively pulled cover off (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective just a pass (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass46,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    46,508 miles
    Test number
    732209535488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail46,508 miles (+2,564)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,508 miles
    Test number
    890079786307
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3mm damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass43,944 miles (+1,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    43,944 miles
    Test number
    799483330318
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass42,788 miles (+1,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    42,788 miles
    Test number
    786885538495
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass41,615 miles (+1,426)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,615 miles
    Test number
    884480028208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,189 miles
    Test number
    176340675782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,188 miles (+4,621)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,188 miles
    Test number
    770511650822
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front inner brake pads (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents 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)

  12. Pass35,567 miles (+3,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,567 miles
    Test number
    325985427287
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass31,826 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    626489505270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,293 miles (+2,116)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    30,293 miles
    Test number
    418899004270
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass28,177 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    28,177 miles
    Test number
    315841723404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,175 miles (+4,580)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,175 miles
    Test number
    146735632250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,595 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,595 miles
    Test number
    619714301264
    • 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)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs pitted

Questions about LB08 LCF

Does LB08 LCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 LCF is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LCF?
The MOT on LB08 LCF is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 LCF done?
LB08 LCF was recorded at 52,874 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 2,044 miles a year.
Has LB08 LCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LCF has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 LCF 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 LB08 LCF find?
LB08 LCF passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 1 more.

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