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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LB08 LVCMOT history

LB08 LVC is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
107,401 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LVC was last recorded at 107,401 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 7,860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,541 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,860 miles
Average per year
5,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,401 miles
  • 2025 – 99,541 miles
  • 2024 – 94,214 miles
  • 2023 – 89,653 miles
  • 2022 – 84,755 miles
  • 2021 – 80,539 miles
  • 2020 – 76,567 miles
  • 2019 – 72,385 miles
  • 2018 – 68,984 miles
  • 2017 – 63,278 miles
  • 2016 – 56,720 miles
  • 2015 – 49,647 miles
  • 2014 – 42,215 miles
  • 2013 – 36,477 miles
  • 2012 – 30,497 miles
  • 2011 – 22,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,401 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,401 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    107,401 miles
    Test number
    733676573113
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail107,401 miles (+7,860)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,401 miles
    Test number
    218849121466
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,541 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    99,541 miles
    Test number
    753610926742
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail99,535 miles (+5,321)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,535 miles
    Test number
    656965642025
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass94,214 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,214 miles
    Test number
    585030540554
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail94,206 miles (+4,553)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,206 miles
    Test number
    310261079535
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre/rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass89,653 miles (+4,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,653 miles
    Test number
    769832645077
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre/Rear (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass84,755 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,755 miles
    Test number
    698840129483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail84,753 miles (+4,214)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,753 miles
    Test number
    188732630088
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass80,539 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,539 miles
    Test number
    914749339414
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail80,535 miles (+3,968)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,535 miles
    Test number
    925467467211
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass76,567 miles (+4)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,567 miles
    Test number
    341548909160
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  13. Fail76,563 miles (+4,178)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,563 miles
    Test number
    856813624160
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  14. Pass72,385 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,385 miles
    Test number
    476197116200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail72,385 miles (+3,401)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,385 miles
    Test number
    557591510837
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass68,984 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    68,984 miles
    Test number
    887778662056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Fail68,984 miles (+5,706)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,984 miles
    Test number
    940009975188
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  18. Pass63,278 miles (+6,558)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,278 miles
    Test number
    531905439294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,720 miles (+7,073)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,720 miles
    Test number
    484784658620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm to 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2,000 to 4,000 (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake slight restricted movement possible brake calliper fault

  20. Pass49,647 miles (+7,432)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,647 miles
    Test number
    988505975185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,215 miles
    Test number
    858045174163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,214 miles (+5,737)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,214 miles
    Test number
    138315774191
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  23. Pass36,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    976467773158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,477 miles (+5,980)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    377267473107
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass30,497 miles (+7,637)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,497 miles
    Test number
    778773872149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake pads show signs of wear

  26. Pass22,860 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    22,860 miles
    Test number
    157363271159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded/poor condition

Questions about LB08 LVC

Does LB08 LVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 LVC is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LVC?
The MOT on LB08 LVC is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 LVC done?
LB08 LVC was recorded at 107,401 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 5,604 miles a year.
Has LB08 LVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LVC has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 LVC 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 LVC find?
LB08 LVC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside rear upper suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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