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Mazda BT-50

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,499 cc

LB56 ELHMOT history

LB56 ELH is a black diesel Mazda BT-50 first used on 27 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 232,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
232,797 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 ELH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
BT-50
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 ELH was last recorded at 232,797 miles on 23 Sept 2025, 5,094 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
227,703 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
5,094 miles
Average per year
11,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 232,797 miles
  • 2024 – 227,703 miles
  • 2023 – 211,132 miles
  • 2022 – 198,016 miles
  • 2021 – 184,630 miles
  • 2020 – 176,917 miles
  • 2019 – 168,606 miles
  • 2018 – 157,283 miles
  • 2017 – 148,577 miles
  • 2016 – 139,838 miles
  • 2015 – 126,585 miles
  • 2014 – 115,308 miles
  • 2013 – 99,799 miles
  • 2011 – 85,172 miles
  • 2010 – 69,128 miles
  • 2009 – 55,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,797 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play os and ns (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,797 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    232,797 miles
    Test number
    352261703861
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play os and ns (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail232,797 miles (+5,094)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,797 miles
    Test number
    565002631815
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play os and ns (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass227,703 miles (+16,571)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    227,703 miles
    Test number
    319227934026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass211,132 miles (+13,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    211,132 miles
    Test number
    281648269116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass198,016 miles (+13,386)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    198,016 miles
    Test number
    339993840237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass184,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    184,630 miles
    Test number
    300003200361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail184,630 miles (+7,713)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,630 miles
    Test number
    817552986076
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass176,917 miles (+8,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    176,917 miles
    Test number
    493861329320
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass168,606 miles (+11,323)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    168,606 miles
    Test number
    236029387958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass157,283 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    157,283 miles
    Test number
    183157233236
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low

  11. Fail157,283 miles (+8,706)6 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,283 miles
    Test number
    796267939938
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low

  12. Pass148,577 miles (+8,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    148,577 miles
    Test number
    600349785242
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass139,838 miles (+13,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    139,838 miles
    Test number
    341188646706
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass126,585 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    126,585 miles
    Test number
    208883135462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail126,585 miles (+11,277)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,585 miles
    Test number
    296213035179
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass115,308 miles (+15,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    115,308 miles
    Test number
    497088424125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass99,799 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    99,799 miles
    Test number
    416483473088
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHinged taiboard out of alignment still secured

  18. Fail99,799 miles (+14,627)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,799 miles
    Test number
    786403673093
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHinged taiboard out of alignment still secured

  19. Pass85,172 miles (+16,044)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    85,172 miles
    Test number
    185534501301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,128 miles (+13,916)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,128 miles
    Test number
    772644170228
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective

  21. Pass55,212 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,212 miles
    Test number
    392771209321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LB56 ELH

Does LB56 ELH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 ELH expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 ELH?
The MOT on LB56 ELH expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 ELH done?
LB56 ELH was recorded at 232,797 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2025, an average of 11,166 miles a year.
Has LB56 ELH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 ELH has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 ELH 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 LB56 ELH find?
LB56 ELH passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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