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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LB08 VCAMOT history

LB08 VCA is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 15 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2025 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 116,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2025
Mileage
116,192 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2024
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VCA
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
15 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VCA was last recorded at 116,192 miles on 3 Sept 2024, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,188 miles · 2 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,192 miles
  • 2023 – 113,292 miles
  • 2022 – 109,886 miles
  • 2021 – 106,007 miles
  • 2020 – 99,991 miles
  • 2019 – 85,794 miles
  • 2018 – 72,433 miles
  • 2017 – 56,666 miles
  • 2016 – 52,979 miles
  • 2015 – 47,110 miles
  • 2014 – 40,618 miles
  • 2013 – 37,043 miles
  • 2012 – 31,450 miles
  • 2011 – 24,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,192 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,192 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,192 miles
    Test number
    619060069896
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail116,188 miles (+2,896)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,188 miles
    Test number
    323185082103
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass113,292 miles (+3,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    113,292 miles
    Test number
    548936821055
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,886 miles (+3,879)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,886 miles
    Test number
    684579743472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,007 miles (+6,016)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,007 miles
    Test number
    995314356339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,991 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,991 miles
    Test number
    651524008733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,975 miles (+14,181)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,975 miles
    Test number
    722834096443
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass85,794 miles (+13,361)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,794 miles
    Test number
    525510329790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,433 miles (+15,767)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,433 miles
    Test number
    714471358651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,666 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,666 miles
    Test number
    472167114878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,464 miles (+3,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,464 miles
    Test number
    170264057343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass52,979 miles (+5,869)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,979 miles
    Test number
    977881538930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,110 miles (+6,492)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,110 miles
    Test number
    965305375164
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass40,618 miles (+3,575)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,618 miles
    Test number
    515379564111
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake disc's slightly corroded

  15. Pass37,043 miles (+5,593)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,043 miles
    Test number
    469816293156
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are starting to wear on the edges
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs are slightly rusty
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass31,450 miles (+7,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,450 miles
    Test number
    789988782109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass24,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,078 miles
    Test number
    136259081173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,077 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,077 miles
    Test number
    195209081120
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB08 VCA

Does LB08 VCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 VCA expired on 2 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VCA?
The MOT on LB08 VCA expired on 2 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 VCA done?
LB08 VCA was recorded at 116,192 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2024, an average of 7,001 miles a year.
Has LB08 VCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VCA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 VCA 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 VCA find?
LB08 VCA passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2024 with 1 advisory: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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