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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,597 cc

LC05 CVUMOT history

LC05 CVU is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 23 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.

LC05 CVU black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
100,542 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 CVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 CVU was last recorded at 100,542 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,436 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
5,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,542 miles
  • 2024 – 96,066 miles
  • 2023 – 90,338 miles
  • 2022 – 85,940 miles
  • 2021 – 81,805 miles
  • 2020 – 81,041 miles
  • 2018 – 78,080 miles
  • 2017 – 74,104 miles
  • 2016 – 62,610 miles
  • 2015 – 53,500 miles
  • 2014 – 43,421 miles
  • 2013 – 27,212 miles
  • 2012 – 22,518 miles
  • 2011 – 19,218 miles
  • 2010 – 17,483 miles
  • 2009 – 13,831 miles
  • 2008 – 11,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,542 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,542 miles (+106)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,542 miles
    Test number
    941199576539
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,436 miles (+4,370)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,436 miles
    Test number
    868105371865
    • MajorCentral Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass96,066 miles (+5,728)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,066 miles
    Test number
    565242556187
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass90,338 miles (+4,398)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,338 miles
    Test number
    711409191449
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lowest of the two efforts 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,940 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,940 miles
    Test number
    761357670024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail85,935 miles (+4,130)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,935 miles
    Test number
    514639234016
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,805 miles (+764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    180151845836
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly damaged, cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass81,041 miles (+2,961)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    81,041 miles
    Test number
    602122259535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,080 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,080 miles
    Test number
    423361722891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses faded

  10. Fail78,080 miles (+3,976)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,080 miles
    Test number
    517965634262
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses faded

  11. Pass74,104 miles (+11,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    74,104 miles
    Test number
    462617517643
    • AdvisoryOSR wheel slightly binding

  12. Pass62,610 miles (+9,110)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    62,610 miles
    Test number
    529739759745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,500 miles (+10,079)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    53,500 miles
    Test number
    417823505207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,421 miles (+16,209)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    43,421 miles
    Test number
    629119714235
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has an inner and outer sidewall cuts
    • NoteRear brake disc corroded

  15. Pass27,212 miles (+4,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    27,212 miles
    Test number
    106394413180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass22,518 miles (+3,300)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,518 miles
    Test number
    735170942134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,218 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,218 miles
    Test number
    245930921155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,483 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    17,483 miles
    Test number
    873060570130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,831 miles (+2,805)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,831 miles
    Test number
    613807169144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail11,026 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,026 miles
    Test number
    262658068128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass11,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    11,026 miles
    Test number
    712458568116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC05 CVU

Does LC05 CVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC05 CVU expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC05 CVU?
The MOT on LC05 CVU expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC05 CVU done?
LC05 CVU was recorded at 100,542 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 5,222 miles a year.
Has LC05 CVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 CVU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LC05 CVU 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 LC05 CVU find?
LC05 CVU passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 8 more.

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