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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,999 cc

LB56 WDEMOT history

LB56 WDE is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Feb 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 101,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
101,788 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 WDE
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
19 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 WDE was last recorded at 101,788 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 1,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,728 miles · 2 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,060 miles
Average per year
4,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,788 miles
  • 2023 – 100,728 miles
  • 2022 – 99,093 miles
  • 2021 – 94,434 miles
  • 2020 – 83,521 miles
  • 2019 – 70,537 miles
  • 2018 – 69,221 miles
  • 2017 – 68,298 miles
  • 2016 – 68,168 miles
  • 2015 – 66,335 miles
  • 2014 – 54,928 miles
  • 2013 – 45,312 miles
  • 2012 – 39,684 miles
  • 2011 – 32,452 miles
  • 2010 – 24,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,788 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,788 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    101,788 miles
    Test number
    744820389788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,728 miles (+1,635)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,728 miles
    Test number
    884663334856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,093 miles (+4,659)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,093 miles
    Test number
    641834007681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,434 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,434 miles
    Test number
    382485992945
    • AdvisoryFront both headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  5. Fail94,434 miles (+10,913)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,434 miles
    Test number
    395991399607
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousEngine oil low
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil rear both (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass83,521 miles (+12,984)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,521 miles
    Test number
    825099638530
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. ON MOT LIMITS (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass70,537 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,537 miles
    Test number
    705910501000
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips out of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail70,536 miles (+1,315)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,536 miles
    Test number
    595814053947
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips out of zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass69,221 miles (+923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,221 miles
    Test number
    161077561730
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass68,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    476521834673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,298 miles (+130)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    823188969367
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre sidewall has multiple cuts and wearing and cracked on edges
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass68,168 miles (+1,833)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,168 miles
    Test number
    749769328568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,335 miles
    Test number
    895545935007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,335 miles (+11,407)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,335 miles
    Test number
    198863135440
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass54,928 miles (+9,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,928 miles
    Test number
    565559224098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass45,312 miles (+5,628)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,312 miles
    Test number
    176841373419
    • DangerousNear side front tyre as damage to side wall
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass39,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,684 miles
    Test number
    266921382050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,864 miles (+7,412)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,864 miles
    Test number
    396451782074
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass32,452 miles (+7,696)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,452 miles
    Test number
    126050681030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight damage near side door mirror
    • NoteSlight damage near side front and rear outer tyre wall

  20. Pass24,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    24,756 miles
    Test number
    220617140014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 WDE

Does LB56 WDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 WDE is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 WDE?
The MOT on LB56 WDE is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 WDE done?
LB56 WDE was recorded at 101,788 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 4,669 miles a year.
Has LB56 WDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 WDE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB56 WDE 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 WDE find?
LB56 WDE passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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