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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

LB51 XRXMOT history

LB51 XRX is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2022 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 106,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2022
Mileage
106,045 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 XRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 XRX was last recorded at 106,045 miles on 28 Oct 2021, 1,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,306 miles · 17 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
1,739 miles
Average per year
4,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 106,045 miles
  • 2020 – 104,306 miles
  • 2019 – 101,806 miles
  • 2018 – 100,751 miles
  • 2017 – 98,891 miles
  • 2016 – 96,562 miles
  • 2015 – 93,965 miles
  • 2014 – 85,228 miles
  • 2013 – 80,447 miles
  • 2012 – 70,254 miles
  • 2011 – 65,530 miles
  • 2010 – 59,331 miles
  • 2009 – 51,607 miles
  • 2008 – 43,395 miles
  • 2007 – 36,390 miles
  • 2006 – 30,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,045 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,045 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,045 miles
    Test number
    810334638475
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail106,045 miles (+1,739)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,045 miles
    Test number
    171945839955
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass104,306 miles5 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,306 miles
    Test number
    984998963560
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (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))

  4. Fail104,306 miles (+2,500)1 major5 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,306 miles
    Test number
    572167783770
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (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))

  5. Pass101,806 miles (+1,055)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,806 miles
    Test number
    575883076885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,751 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    100,751 miles
    Test number
    803615080201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,891 miles (+2,329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,891 miles
    Test number
    727908413849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass96,562 miles (+2,597)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    96,562 miles
    Test number
    537720988762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,965 miles
    Test number
    669548544164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,965 miles (+2,358)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,965 miles
    Test number
    589410325102
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner chassis (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass91,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,607 miles
    Test number
    578236775053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,607 miles (+6,379)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,607 miles
    Test number
    605496975094
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass85,228 miles (+4,781)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    698820874042
    • NoteEngine management light staying on
    • NoteNearside & Offside front chassis corroded
    • NoteNearside front foglight lens damaged

  14. Pass80,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    80,447 miles
    Test number
    837370703226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,447 miles (+2,445)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,447 miles
    Test number
    735410103211
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass78,002 miles (+7,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,002 miles
    Test number
    697286963033
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  17. Pass70,254 miles (+4,724)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,254 miles
    Test number
    608709562032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,530 miles (+6,199)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,530 miles
    Test number
    167669861006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,331 miles (+7,724)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,331 miles
    Test number
    704811970065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,607 miles (+8,212)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,607 miles
    Test number
    763095269029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,395 miles (+7,005)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,395 miles
    Test number
    803027258025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,390 miles (+6,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,390 miles
    Test number
    522685067070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass30,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,322 miles
    Test number
    731573076076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 XRX

Does LB51 XRX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 XRX expired on 27 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 XRX?
The MOT on LB51 XRX expired on 27 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 XRX done?
LB51 XRX was recorded at 106,045 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2021, an average of 4,846 miles a year.
Has LB51 XRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 XRX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB51 XRX 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 XRX find?
LB51 XRX passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2021 with 2 advisories: offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill.

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