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Mazda 6

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,798 cc

LB56 ELWMOT history

LB56 ELW is a grey petrol Mazda 6 first used on 28 Feb 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 150,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
150,251 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 ELW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
6
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 ELW was last recorded at 150,251 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,249 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,251 miles
  • 2025 – 147,430 miles
  • 2024 – 141,165 miles
  • 2023 – 130,776 miles
  • 2022 – 122,076 miles
  • 2021 – 114,689 miles
  • 2020 – 111,438 miles
  • 2019 – 98,795 miles
  • 2018 – 85,861 miles
  • 2017 – 66,832 miles
  • 2016 – 58,333 miles
  • 2015 – 50,284 miles
  • 2014 – 43,946 miles
  • 2013 – 37,018 miles
  • 2012 – 30,826 miles
  • 2011 – 22,368 miles
  • 2010 – 17,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,251 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,251 miles (+2)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    150,251 miles
    Test number
    227886567146
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail150,249 miles (+2,819)1 dangerous2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,249 miles
    Test number
    394915425666
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass147,430 miles (+37)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    147,430 miles
    Test number
    700483366456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail147,393 miles (+6,228)1 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,393 miles
    Test number
    388365115404
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill & floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill & floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass141,165 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,165 miles
    Test number
    655439725099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorosion front and rear suspension

  6. Fail141,165 miles (+10,389)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,165 miles
    Test number
    702471074262
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorosion front and rear suspension

  7. Pass130,776 miles (+8,700)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    130,776 miles
    Test number
    300818267276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,076 miles (+7,387)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,076 miles
    Test number
    534123768621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,689 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    114,689 miles
    Test number
    864566655113
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail114,689 miles (+3,251)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,689 miles
    Test number
    159745256501
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass111,438 miles (+12,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,438 miles
    Test number
    296012479350
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass98,795 miles (+12,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,795 miles
    Test number
    809839948417
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel slightly high

  13. Pass85,861 miles (+19,029)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,861 miles
    Test number
    995712775147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,832 miles (+8,499)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,832 miles
    Test number
    732546728408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,333 miles (+8,049)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,333 miles
    Test number
    291040552301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,284 miles (+6,338)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,284 miles
    Test number
    686655635000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,946 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,946 miles
    Test number
    148234744038
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass43,946 miles (+6,928)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,946 miles
    Test number
    716714644099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,018 miles (+6,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,018 miles
    Test number
    195739233031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass30,826 miles (+8,458)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,826 miles
    Test number
    966811442025
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth Rear Tyres Badly Perished
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass22,368 miles (+4,620)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    22,368 miles
    Test number
    665902331001
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perish 205 55 16 91V.

  22. Pass17,748 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    17,748 miles
    Test number
    462289240043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB56 ELW

Does LB56 ELW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 ELW is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 ELW?
The MOT on LB56 ELW is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 ELW done?
LB56 ELW was recorded at 150,251 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 8,232 miles a year.
Has LB56 ELW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 ELW has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 ELW 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 ELW find?
LB56 ELW passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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