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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,798 cc

LB09 PMBMOT history

LB09 PMB is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 96,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
96,562 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 PMB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 PMB was last recorded at 96,562 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 1,476 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,086 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,476 miles
Average per year
5,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,562 miles
  • 2025 – 95,086 miles
  • 2024 – 92,333 miles
  • 2023 – 87,772 miles
  • 2022 – 76,699 miles
  • 2021 – 71,156 miles
  • 2020 – 67,981 miles
  • 2019 – 62,339 miles
  • 2018 – 55,540 miles
  • 2017 – 48,411 miles
  • 2016 – 41,134 miles
  • 2015 – 36,198 miles
  • 2014 – 30,064 miles
  • 2013 – 24,624 miles
  • 2012 – 17,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,562 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroding

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.

  • Front Both inner brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Both inner brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,562 miles (+1,476)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    96,562 miles
    Test number
    873493546762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding
  2. Pass95,086 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    95,086 miles
    Test number
    381615686400
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail95,086 miles (+2,753)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,086 miles
    Test number
    655256608483
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass92,333 miles (+4,561)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,333 miles
    Test number
    870005435118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass87,772 miles (+11,073)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    87,772 miles
    Test number
    594471821948
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass76,699 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    76,699 miles
    Test number
    473533997437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail76,698 miles (+5,542)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,698 miles
    Test number
    900570548794
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both split on ends (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass71,156 miles (+87)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    71,156 miles
    Test number
    619344434462
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail71,069 miles (+3,088)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,069 miles
    Test number
    842906530900
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass67,981 miles (+5,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    67,981 miles
    Test number
    626715197860
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass62,339 miles (+6,799)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    62,339 miles
    Test number
    754177040818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,540 miles (+7,129)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,540 miles
    Test number
    289485659826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,411 miles (+7,277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,411 miles
    Test number
    681239307467
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass41,134 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,134 miles
    Test number
    428912779964
    • AdvisoryFront Both inner brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Both inner brake discs corroded
  15. Fail41,102 miles (+4,904)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,102 miles
    Test number
    955808112430
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to perishing inbetween tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to perishing inbetween tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to perishing inbetween tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Due to perishing inbetween tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Both inner brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Both inner brake discs corroded
  16. Pass36,198 miles (+6,134)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,198 miles
    Test number
    424603324383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,064 miles (+5,440)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,064 miles
    Test number
    936427064263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,624 miles (+6,754)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,624 miles
    Test number
    819678963207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,870 miles
    Test number
    395495312216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 PMB

Does LB09 PMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 PMB is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 PMB?
The MOT on LB09 PMB is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 PMB done?
LB09 PMB was recorded at 96,562 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 5,556 miles a year.
Has LB09 PMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 PMB has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 PMB 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 LB09 PMB find?
LB09 PMB passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; suspension components corroding.

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