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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,999 cc

LB12 SXHMOT history

LB12 SXH is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 34,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
34,754 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 SXH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 SXH was last recorded at 34,754 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 2,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
32,168 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,586 miles
Average per year
2,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,754 miles
  • 2025 – 32,168 miles
  • 2024 – 30,138 miles
  • 2023 – 28,387 miles
  • 2022 – 26,529 miles
  • 2021 – 22,438 miles
  • 2020 – 19,168 miles
  • 2019 – 16,609 miles
  • 2018 – 14,388 miles
  • 2017 – 11,119 miles
  • 2016 – 8,472 miles
  • 2015 – 5,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,754 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 30 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,754 miles (+2,586)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    34,754 miles
    Test number
    552912635738
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass32,168 miles (+75)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    32,168 miles
    Test number
    754082054939
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Fail32,093 miles (+1,955)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,093 miles
    Test number
    698519366980
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass30,138 miles (+1,751)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    30,138 miles
    Test number
    859126680957
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  5. Pass28,387 miles (+1,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    28,387 miles
    Test number
    799689058722
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))
  6. Pass26,529 miles (+142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    26,529 miles
    Test number
    625694718657
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail26,387 miles (+3,949)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,387 miles
    Test number
    134425704174
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass22,438 miles (+3,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    22,438 miles
    Test number
    154569383411
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass19,168 miles (+2,559)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    19,168 miles
    Test number
    472682166745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass16,609 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    16,609 miles
    Test number
    497544122882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass14,388 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    14,388 miles
    Test number
    535673534560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass11,119 miles (+2,647)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    11,119 miles
    Test number
    123630032387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass8,472 miles (+2,829)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    8,472 miles
    Test number
    265981683752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass5,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    5,643 miles
    Test number
    287213680403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 SXH

Does LB12 SXH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 SXH is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 SXH?
The MOT on LB12 SXH is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 SXH done?
LB12 SXH was recorded at 34,754 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 2,647 miles a year.
Has LB12 SXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 SXH has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 SXH 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 LB12 SXH find?
LB12 SXH passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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