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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,839 cc

LC05 CWEMOT history

LC05 CWE is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

LC05 CWE silver Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
87,947 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 CWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 CWE was last recorded at 87,947 miles on 18 May 2026, 2,451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,496 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,451 miles
Average per year
3,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,947 miles
  • 2025 – 85,496 miles
  • 2024 – 84,071 miles
  • 2023 – 82,826 miles
  • 2022 – 80,691 miles
  • 2021 – 74,880 miles
  • 2020 – 70,422 miles
  • 2019 – 66,195 miles
  • 2018 – 62,259 miles
  • 2017 – 57,436 miles
  • 2016 – 52,816 miles
  • 2015 – 49,465 miles
  • 2014 – 43,560 miles
  • 2013 – 40,282 miles
  • 2012 – 36,241 miles
  • 2011 – 32,048 miles
  • 2010 – 28,458 miles
  • 2009 – 24,401 miles
  • 2008 – 23,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,947 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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,947 miles (+2,451)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,947 miles
    Test number
    238223718370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,496 miles (+1,425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    85,496 miles
    Test number
    927036578708
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    84,071 miles
    Test number
    990839086639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail84,071 miles (+1,245)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,071 miles
    Test number
    873414440601
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass82,826 miles (+2,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,826 miles
    Test number
    336364642708
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills rusting by rear wheels

  6. Pass80,691 miles (+5,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    80,691 miles
    Test number
    371494753676
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass74,880 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    74,880 miles
    Test number
    447943623767
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail74,880 miles (+4,458)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,880 miles
    Test number
    240821867907
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass70,422 miles (+4,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    70,422 miles
    Test number
    293278643817
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass66,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,195 miles
    Test number
    563646980829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,195 miles (+3,936)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,195 miles
    Test number
    416902503486
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass62,259 miles (+4,823)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,259 miles
    Test number
    980385762589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,436 miles (+4,620)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    57,436 miles
    Test number
    308230327835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,816 miles (+3,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    52,816 miles
    Test number
    124785411056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass49,465 miles (+5,905)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,465 miles
    Test number
    609860845134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,560 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,560 miles
    Test number
    147524624058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,282 miles (+4,041)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,282 miles
    Test number
    507810013023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,241 miles (+4,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,241 miles
    Test number
    907014002041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  19. Pass32,048 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    32,048 miles
    Test number
    918470211001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake fluid level below maximum
    • NoteFront pads look low

  20. Fail32,048 miles (+3,590)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,048 miles
    Test number
    345520311088
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake fluid level below maximum
    • NoteFront pads look low

  21. Pass28,458 miles (+4,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,458 miles
    Test number
    124485210027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass24,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    24,401 miles
    Test number
    350506119019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,401 miles (+668)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,401 miles
    Test number
    840436119084
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass23,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    23,733 miles
    Test number
    383942148264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC05 CWE

Does LC05 CWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC05 CWE is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC05 CWE?
The MOT on LC05 CWE is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC05 CWE done?
LC05 CWE was recorded at 87,947 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 3,625 miles a year.
Has LC05 CWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 CWE has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LC05 CWE 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 CWE find?
LC05 CWE passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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