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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 2,616 cc

LB54 VMRMOT history

LB54 VMR is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 8 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 108,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
108,640 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VMR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 VMR was last recorded at 108,640 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,720 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
920 miles
Average per year
3,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,640 miles
  • 2025 – 107,720 miles
  • 2024 – 106,597 miles
  • 2023 – 104,353 miles
  • 2022 – 103,777 miles
  • 2021 – 100,507 miles
  • 2020 – 97,738 miles
  • 2019 – 95,483 miles
  • 2018 – 93,719 miles
  • 2017 – 92,315 miles
  • 2016 – 90,150 miles
  • 2015 – 87,460 miles
  • 2013 – 84,668 miles
  • 2012 – 82,931 miles
  • 2011 – 77,406 miles
  • 2010 – 69,511 miles
  • 2009 – 64,103 miles
  • 2008 – 60,140 miles
  • 2007 – 49,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,640 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust heat shield deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,640 miles (+920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    108,640 miles
    Test number
    865146652094
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass107,720 miles (+1,123)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    107,720 miles
    Test number
    608775110562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner arch lining damaged and loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering heavy

  3. Pass106,597 miles (+2,244)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    106,597 miles
    Test number
    312715330722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass104,353 miles (+576)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,353 miles
    Test number
    967576989767
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,777 miles (+106)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,777 miles
    Test number
    183130057488
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  6. Fail103,671 miles (+3,164)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,671 miles
    Test number
    292022004009
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  7. Pass100,507 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,507 miles
    Test number
    212068821345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,738 miles (+2,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,738 miles
    Test number
    133336773675
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Rear Exhaust clamp missing

  9. Pass95,483 miles (+1,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,483 miles
    Test number
    587514147008
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box clamp missing

  10. Pass93,719 miles (+1,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    93,719 miles
    Test number
    652949789216
    • AdvisorySteering slightly heavy one way.

  11. Pass92,315 miles (+2,165)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,315 miles
    Test number
    880927204914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    90,150 miles
    Test number
    836548689018
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.

  13. Fail90,136 miles (+2,676)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,136 miles
    Test number
    234259323892
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working Both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.

  14. Pass87,460 miles (+2,792)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,460 miles
    Test number
    108389115017
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing between tread.
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing between tread.

  15. Pass84,668 miles (+1,737)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,668 miles
    Test number
    898490483276
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on egdes.
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring corroded.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to perish.
    • NoteRear anti-roll bar corroded.

  16. Pass82,931 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,931 miles
    Test number
    938527822222
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit.

  17. Fail82,931 miles (+5,525)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,931 miles
    Test number
    367886822200
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit.

  18. Pass77,406 miles (+7,895)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    77,406 miles
    Test number
    706999831288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine light is on
    • NoteNearside front tyre is starting to wear unevenly and is starting to deteroirate

  19. Pass69,511 miles (+5,408)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    69,511 miles
    Test number
    904110110201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,103 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    64,103 miles
    Test number
    220419239235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,140 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    60,140 miles
    Test number
    544352248281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,569 miles (+9,836)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,569 miles
    Test number
    772754998150
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass49,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    49,733 miles
    Test number
    581485957390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 VMR

Does LB54 VMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 VMR is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VMR?
The MOT on LB54 VMR is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 VMR done?
LB54 VMR was recorded at 108,640 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 3,177 miles a year.
Has LB54 VMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VMR has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB54 VMR 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 LB54 VMR find?
LB54 VMR passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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