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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

LB51 XRSMOT history

LB51 XRS is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 90,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2023
Mileage
90,462 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 XRS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 XRS was last recorded at 90,462 miles on 5 Sept 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,462 miles · 2 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,462 miles
  • 2021 – 77,298 miles
  • 2020 – 73,155 miles
  • 2019 – 66,439 miles
  • 2018 – 60,723 miles
  • 2017 – 54,217 miles
  • 2016 – 45,609 miles
  • 2015 – 38,405 miles
  • 2013 – 32,986 miles
  • 2012 – 32,648 miles
  • 2009 – 28,898 miles
  • 2008 – 23,760 miles
  • 2007 – 20,297 miles
  • 2006 – 16,426 miles
  • 2005 – 13,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,462 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,462 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,462 miles
    Test number
    335944839125
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail90,462 miles (+13,164)1 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,462 miles
    Test number
    970878338344
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    77,298 miles
    Test number
    746498532071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail77,298 miles (+4,143)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,298 miles
    Test number
    551305413102
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass73,155 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,155 miles
    Test number
    261780610568
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted not allowing full-body inspection nsf & osf

  6. Fail73,155 miles (+1,213)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,155 miles
    Test number
    954849988859
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted not allowing full-body inspection nsf & osf

  7. Fail71,942 miles (+5,503)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,942 miles
    Test number
    730359707304
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass66,439 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,439 miles
    Test number
    207678859721
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Park brake just met requirements

  9. Fail66,438 miles (+5,715)2 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,438 miles
    Test number
    782055482951
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake discs corroded and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake has very little effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs corroded and in poor condition

  10. Pass60,723 miles (+6,506)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,723 miles
    Test number
    845614247999
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/f and o/s/f tyres close to wear bars and heavily worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight bind from n/s/f brake
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface corrosion o/s outer sill

  11. Pass54,217 miles (+8,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,217 miles
    Test number
    611934594918
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting broken from rear box

  12. Pass45,609 miles (+7,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,609 miles
    Test number
    579384769868
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass38,405 miles (+5,419)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,405 miles
    Test number
    168991965408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,986 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,986 miles
    Test number
    737764303327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,648 miles (+3,750)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,648 miles
    Test number
    897068302342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,898 miles
    Test number
    823683269348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail28,898 miles (+5,138)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,898 miles
    Test number
    813366359387
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Fail23,760 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,760 miles
    Test number
    810818038346
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass23,760 miles (+3,463)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,760 miles
    Test number
    974358938358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,297 miles (+3,871)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,297 miles
    Test number
    442582567401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,426 miles (+3,395)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    16,426 miles
    Test number
    210013066366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    13,031 miles
    Test number
    802333565368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 XRS

Does LB51 XRS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 XRS expired on 4 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 XRS?
The MOT on LB51 XRS expired on 4 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 XRS done?
LB51 XRS was recorded at 90,462 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2022, an average of 4,641 miles a year.
Has LB51 XRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 XRS has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 XRS 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 LB51 XRS find?
LB51 XRS passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2022 with 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 2 more.

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