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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 XRTMOT history

LB51 XRT is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 76,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
76,261 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 XRT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 XRT was last recorded at 76,261 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,361 miles · 15 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
900 miles
Average per year
2,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,261 miles
  • 2020 – 75,361 miles
  • 2019 – 71,341 miles
  • 2018 – 62,404 miles
  • 2017 – 56,187 miles
  • 2016 – 47,632 miles
  • 2015 – 36,962 miles
  • 2014 – 36,713 miles
  • 2013 – 36,305 miles
  • 2012 – 35,017 miles
  • 2011 – 33,465 miles
  • 2010 – 30,536 miles
  • 2009 – 27,743 miles
  • 2008 – 24,054 miles
  • 2007 – 21,438 miles
  • 2006 – 17,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,261 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,261 miles (+900)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    76,261 miles
    Test number
    320896523952
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass75,361 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,361 miles
    Test number
    952968542730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail75,326 miles (+3,985)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    184230985075
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass71,341 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,341 miles
    Test number
    749540466948
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp loose

  5. Fail71,341 miles (+8,937)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,341 miles
    Test number
    158871891569
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp loose

  6. Pass62,404 miles (+6,217)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,404 miles
    Test number
    407590682384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass56,187 miles (+8,555)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,187 miles
    Test number
    907420758819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,632 miles (+10,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,632 miles
    Test number
    355450532761
    • AdvisoryRear tyres near limit

  9. Pass36,962 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,962 miles
    Test number
    377290025137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,713 miles (+408)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,713 miles
    Test number
    918673914149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,305 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,305 miles
    Test number
    756090303179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,017 miles (+1,552)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    35,017 miles
    Test number
    715584322041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,465 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    33,465 miles
    Test number
    388501841024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,536 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,536 miles
    Test number
    960522540001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,743 miles (+3,689)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,743 miles
    Test number
    124685639053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,054 miles (+2,616)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    24,054 miles
    Test number
    140002758469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,438 miles (+3,499)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,438 miles
    Test number
    863705947074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    17,939 miles
    Test number
    950913356041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 XRT

Does LB51 XRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 XRT is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 XRT?
The MOT on LB51 XRT is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 XRT done?
LB51 XRT was recorded at 76,261 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 2,870 miles a year.
Has LB51 XRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 XRT has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LB51 XRT 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 XRT find?
LB51 XRT passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 8 more.

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