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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LB08 VBLMOT history

LB08 VBL is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 57,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
57,845 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VBL
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
21 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VBL was last recorded at 57,845 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 2,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,024 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,821 miles
Average per year
2,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,845 miles
  • 2025 – 55,024 miles
  • 2024 – 51,465 miles
  • 2023 – 47,582 miles
  • 2022 – 46,332 miles
  • 2021 – 44,792 miles
  • 2020 – 43,330 miles
  • 2019 – 40,235 miles
  • 2018 – 38,852 miles
  • 2017 – 38,342 miles
  • 2016 – 36,828 miles
  • 2015 – 35,695 miles
  • 2014 – 33,655 miles
  • 2013 – 31,245 miles
  • 2012 – 29,519 miles
  • 2011 – 26,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,845 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silcencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,845 miles (+2,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    57,845 miles
    Test number
    861931547475
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass55,024 miles (+3,559)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    55,024 miles
    Test number
    572472357802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass51,465 miles (+3,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    51,465 miles
    Test number
    520746789486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass47,582 miles (+1,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    47,582 miles
    Test number
    606307737377
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded and welds broken by rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass46,332 miles (+1,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    46,332 miles
    Test number
    119638512840
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silcencer (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass44,792 miles (+1,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,792 miles
    Test number
    720286773611
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silcencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass43,330 miles (+3,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,330 miles
    Test number
    665613008157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slight retracting on mechanism

  8. Pass40,235 miles (+1,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    40,235 miles
    Test number
    414456458711
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass38,852 miles (+510)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    38,852 miles
    Test number
    652736826034
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres wearing on edges and perishing

  10. Pass38,342 miles (+1,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,342 miles
    Test number
    413612188680
    • 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)

  11. Pass36,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,828 miles
    Test number
    349922745854
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on edges

  12. Fail36,828 miles (+1,133)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,828 miles
    Test number
    670903961173
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on edges

  13. Pass35,695 miles (+2,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,695 miles
    Test number
    476498515179
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail33,655 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,655 miles
    Test number
    829799024158
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass33,655 miles (+2,410)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,655 miles
    Test number
    898139524137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,245 miles (+1,726)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,245 miles
    Test number
    469677923188
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing on edges

  17. Pass29,519 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,519 miles
    Test number
    999474122162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,496 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    26,496 miles
    Test number
    116561431121
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB08 VBL

Does LB08 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 VBL is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VBL?
The MOT on LB08 VBL is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 VBL done?
LB08 VBL was recorded at 57,845 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 2,050 miles a year.
Has LB08 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VBL has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2016.
Has the mileage on LB08 VBL 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 VBL find?
LB08 VBL passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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