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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,999 cc

LB56 URAMOT history

LB56 URA is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 80,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2026
Mileage
80,698 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 URA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 URA was last recorded at 80,698 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 71 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,627 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
71 miles
Average per year
3,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,698 miles
  • 2025 – 73,832 miles
  • 2023 – 73,026 miles
  • 2022 – 69,811 miles
  • 2021 – 66,641 miles
  • 2020 – 63,173 miles
  • 2019 – 59,365 miles
  • 2018 – 54,724 miles
  • 2017 – 50,769 miles
  • 2016 – 47,485 miles
  • 2015 – 43,296 miles
  • 2014 – 38,503 miles
  • 2013 – 34,011 miles
  • 2012 – 28,875 miles
  • 2011 – 23,426 miles
  • 2010 – 17,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail80,698 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail80,698 miles (+71)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,698 miles
    Test number
    131127577091
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail80,627 miles (+6,795)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,627 miles
    Test number
    655349402273
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing general corrosion.

  3. Pass73,832 miles (+806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    73,832 miles
    Test number
    929876777471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass73,026 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,026 miles
    Test number
    340117590336
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail73,023 miles (+3,212)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,023 miles
    Test number
    410457012686
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength back of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass69,811 miles (+3,170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    109357658927
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass66,641 miles (+3,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,641 miles
    Test number
    344647671394
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass63,173 miles (+3,808)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,173 miles
    Test number
    940135180645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,365 miles (+4,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,365 miles
    Test number
    331788036276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively all (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass54,724 miles (+3,955)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,724 miles
    Test number
    153264519675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,769 miles (+3,284)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,769 miles
    Test number
    239805060393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,485 miles (+4,189)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,485 miles
    Test number
    365036914566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,296 miles (+4,793)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    43,296 miles
    Test number
    816486725045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,503 miles (+4,492)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,503 miles
    Test number
    975658624051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,011 miles (+5,136)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,011 miles
    Test number
    815169823090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,875 miles (+5,449)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    28,875 miles
    Test number
    436286022018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,426 miles (+5,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,426 miles
    Test number
    166625721042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass17,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    17,606 miles
    Test number
    312265020070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 URA

Does LB56 URA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 URA expired on 22 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 URA?
The MOT on LB56 URA expired on 22 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 URA done?
LB56 URA was recorded at 80,698 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 3,778 miles a year.
Has LB56 URA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 URA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 URA 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 URA find?
LB56 URA failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear inner sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering; offside rear inner sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering; brake performance unable to be tested, and 5 more.

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