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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,840 cc

LB52 LKZMOT history

LB52 LKZ is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 55,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
55,016 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 LKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 LKZ was last recorded at 55,016 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 5,932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,084 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,932 miles
Average per year
2,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,016 miles
  • 2024 – 49,084 miles
  • 2023 – 44,399 miles
  • 2022 – 38,551 miles
  • 2021 – 22,215 miles
  • 2019 – 21,959 miles
  • 2018 – 21,560 miles
  • 2017 – 21,284 miles
  • 2016 – 20,847 miles
  • 2015 – 20,390 miles
  • 2014 – 19,744 miles
  • 2013 – 19,314 miles
  • 2012 – 19,142 miles
  • 2011 – 18,845 miles
  • 2010 – 18,503 miles
  • 2009 – 18,064 miles
  • 2008 – 17,514 miles
  • 2007 – 16,970 miles
  • 2006 – 14,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,016 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,016 miles (+5,932)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    55,016 miles
    Test number
    192807623240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass49,084 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    49,084 miles
    Test number
    687889837587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass44,516 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    44,516 miles
    Test number
    631145185721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail44,399 miles (+5,848)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,399 miles
    Test number
    163328325135
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass38,551 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    38,551 miles
    Test number
    629780825470
    • 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))

  6. Fail38,547 miles (+7,800)2 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,547 miles
    Test number
    466947467535
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass30,747 miles (+117)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    30,747 miles
    Test number
    458506482204
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail30,630 miles (+8,415)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,630 miles
    Test number
    797247244123
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass22,215 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    22,215 miles
    Test number
    236583814257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,959 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    21,959 miles
    Test number
    428608467889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass21,560 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    21,560 miles
    Test number
    819830465736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,284 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    21,284 miles
    Test number
    892634791360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,847 miles (+457)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    20,847 miles
    Test number
    306115364122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,390 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    20,390 miles
    Test number
    536062365172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,744 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    19,744 miles
    Test number
    235590874111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,314 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    19,314 miles
    Test number
    299844863106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,142 miles
    Test number
    577593572103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail19,142 miles (+297)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,142 miles
    Test number
    906531572183
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass18,845 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,845 miles
    Test number
    908204661136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,503 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    18,503 miles
    Test number
    542207260183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,064 miles (+550)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    18,064 miles
    Test number
    993419469163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,514 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,514 miles
    Test number
    331400028113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,970 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,970 miles
    Test number
    210714927449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,281 miles
    Test number
    900919776046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 LKZ

Does LB52 LKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 LKZ is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB52 LKZ?
The MOT on LB52 LKZ is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 LKZ done?
LB52 LKZ was recorded at 55,016 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 2,073 miles a year.
Has LB52 LKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 LKZ has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB52 LKZ 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 LB52 LKZ find?
LB52 LKZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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