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Mazda MX-5

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,999 cc

LB12 SXSMOT history

LB12 SXS is a white petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 23,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
23,255 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB12 SXS was last recorded at 23,255 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 644 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
22,611 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
644 miles
Average per year
1,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 23,255 miles
  • 2025 – 22,611 miles
  • 2024 – 21,981 miles
  • 2023 – 20,462 miles
  • 2022 – 18,382 miles
  • 2021 – 15,831 miles
  • 2020 – 13,858 miles
  • 2019 – 12,586 miles
  • 2018 – 10,463 miles
  • 2017 – 8,611 miles
  • 2016 – 6,880 miles
  • 2015 – 5,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,255 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,255 miles (+644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    23,255 miles
    Test number
    187951762660
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass22,611 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    22,611 miles
    Test number
    137358469886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail22,609 miles (+628)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,609 miles
    Test number
    552461471799
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass21,981 miles (+1,519)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    21,981 miles
    Test number
    510442390426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass20,462 miles (+2,080)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    20,462 miles
    Test number
    238002581939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,382 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    18,382 miles
    Test number
    171318619465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail18,382 miles (+2,551)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,382 miles
    Test number
    721536110770
    • Repaired at testRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass15,831 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    15,831 miles
    Test number
    634658184339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass13,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    13,858 miles
    Test number
    679425268034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail13,858 miles (+1,272)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,858 miles
    Test number
    580324497954
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both. (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass12,586 miles (+2,123)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    12,586 miles
    Test number
    715327009402
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass10,463 miles (+1,852)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    10,463 miles
    Test number
    515279408683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass8,611 miles (+1,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    8,611 miles
    Test number
    981222919452
    • AdvisoryFront front tyres perishing on outter edges & sidewall damages present
    • AdvisoryRear slight perishing sign on rear tyres

  14. Pass6,880 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    6,880 miles
    Test number
    844903302500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass5,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    5,175 miles
    Test number
    247292885124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 SXS

Does LB12 SXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 SXS is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 SXS?
The MOT on LB12 SXS is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 SXS done?
LB12 SXS was recorded at 23,255 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 1,647 miles a year.
Has LB12 SXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 SXS has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 SXS 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 SXS find?
LB12 SXS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread pattern.

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