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Mazda RX-8

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,616 cc

LB56 WDOMOT history

LB56 WDO is a blue petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 27 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2023
Mileage
97,969 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 WDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 WDO was last recorded at 97,969 miles on 15 Nov 2023, 2,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Aug 2018: 80,015 miles, lower than 80,789 miles on 30 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
95,052 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,917 miles
Average per year
4,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,969 miles
  • 2022 – 95,052 miles
  • 2021 – 91,396 miles
  • 2020 – 89,314 miles
  • 2019 – 86,071 miles
  • 2018 – 80,015 miles
  • 2017 – 73,647 miles
  • 2016 – 67,896 miles
  • 2015 – 62,459 miles
  • 2014 – 59,349 miles
  • 2013 – 55,405 miles
  • 2012 – 44,500 miles
  • 2011 – 38,744 miles
  • 2009 – 31,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,969 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail97,969 miles (+2,917)3 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,969 miles
    Test number
    610923072677
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass95,052 miles (+3,656)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,052 miles
    Test number
    633985392466
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower exhaust heat shield peeling and loose
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass91,396 miles (+2,082)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,396 miles
    Test number
    167389970376
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass89,314 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    89,314 miles
    Test number
    583135236653
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail89,314 miles (+3,243)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,314 miles
    Test number
    415059497035
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe & rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass86,071 miles (+6,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,071 miles
    Test number
    276240418741
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass80,015 miles (-774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,015 miles
    Test number
    754944371994
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail80,789 miles (+7,142)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,789 miles
    Test number
    167467951451
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass73,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,647 miles
    Test number
    738945495644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,647 miles (+5,751)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,647 miles
    Test number
    535485838362
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass67,896 miles (+5,437)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,896 miles
    Test number
    775834410216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,459 miles
    Test number
    286007195482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,459 miles (+3,110)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,459 miles
    Test number
    169656895199
    • FailureInner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail59,349 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,349 miles
    Test number
    276544274483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass59,349 miles (+3,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,349 miles
    Test number
    976294474150
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass55,405 miles (+11)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,405 miles
    Test number
    285059473122
    • NoteFront tyres perishing

  17. Fail55,394 miles (+10,894)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,394 miles
    Test number
    505038373167
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOuter Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres perishing

  18. Pass44,500 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,500 miles
    Test number
    209716312010
    • 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)

  19. Fail44,500 miles (+5,756)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,500 miles
    Test number
    946826712058
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  20. Pass38,744 miles (+7,366)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,744 miles
    Test number
    579755401090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,378 miles
    Test number
    660335259304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 WDO

Does LB56 WDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 WDO expired on 17 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 WDO?
The MOT on LB56 WDO expired on 17 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 WDO done?
LB56 WDO was recorded at 97,969 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2023, an average of 4,791 miles a year.
Has LB56 WDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 WDO has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 WDO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 WDO find?
LB56 WDO failed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 1 major defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 5 more.

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