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Mazda 5

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

LC08 FHWMOT history

LC08 FHW is a blue petrol Mazda 5 first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 92,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
92,471 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 FHW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 FHW was last recorded at 92,471 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 2,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,445 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,026 miles
Average per year
5,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,471 miles
  • 2025 – 90,445 miles
  • 2024 – 84,924 miles
  • 2023 – 76,099 miles
  • 2022 – 71,841 miles
  • 2021 – 67,492 miles
  • 2020 – 63,275 miles
  • 2019 – 56,539 miles
  • 2018 – 50,776 miles
  • 2017 – 44,694 miles
  • 2016 – 36,835 miles
  • 2015 – 34,141 miles
  • 2014 – 29,500 miles
  • 2013 – 24,730 miles
  • 2012 – 20,667 miles
  • 2011 – 14,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,471 miles
  • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered with underseal (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs in poor condition/ corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,471 miles (+2,026)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    92,471 miles
    Test number
    293539304462
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered with underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass90,445 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    90,445 miles
    Test number
    619690938968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail90,444 miles (+5,520)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,444 miles
    Test number
    528715775348
    • 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))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass84,924 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,924 miles
    Test number
    604744954793
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs in poor condition/ corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail84,921 miles (+8,822)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,921 miles
    Test number
    985768938784
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs in poor condition/ corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass76,099 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,099 miles
    Test number
    901781801274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail76,099 miles (+4,258)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,099 miles
    Test number
    335724279905
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass71,841 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,841 miles
    Test number
    403174523551
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail71,838 miles (+4,346)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,838 miles
    Test number
    739553780311
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH LOWER REAR BUSHES SPLIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass67,492 miles (+4,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,492 miles
    Test number
    418572745829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass63,275 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,275 miles
    Test number
    623025207683
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail63,275 miles (+6,736)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,275 miles
    Test number
    765253149679
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass56,539 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,539 miles
    Test number
    427321333093
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR RUBBER BUSH DETERIORATED. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR RUBBER BUSH DETERIORATED. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY VERY LOW, @18%.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail56,539 miles (+5,763)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,539 miles
    Test number
    369410691304
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR RUBBER BUSH DETERIORATED. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR RUBBER BUSH DETERIORATED. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY VERY LOW, @18%.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass50,776 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,776 miles
    Test number
    513676638207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGE.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.3mm. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.1mm. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail50,776 miles (+6,082)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,776 miles
    Test number
    485783415210
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TYRE WORN ON EDGE.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.3mm. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.1mm. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass44,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,694 miles
    Test number
    912621317688
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear FOG LAMP LOOSE.

  18. Fail44,694 miles (+7,859)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,694 miles
    Test number
    217971156137
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear FOG LAMP LOOSE.

  19. Pass36,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    36,835 miles
    Test number
    822044106667
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  20. Fail36,835 miles (+2,694)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,835 miles
    Test number
    668976479071
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  21. Pass34,141 miles (+4,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,141 miles
    Test number
    288902315136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass29,500 miles (+4,770)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,500 miles
    Test number
    957165314171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing and worn on edges
    • NoteDeep cut in o/s/f outer side wall of tyre

  23. Pass24,730 miles (+4,063)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    24,730 miles
    Test number
    666903513126
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing on edges

  24. Fail20,667 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,667 miles
    Test number
    428534612146
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  25. Pass20,667 miles (+6,337)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    20,667 miles
    Test number
    735334712182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,330 miles
    Test number
    346094591074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 FHW

Does LC08 FHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 FHW is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 FHW?
The MOT on LC08 FHW is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 FHW done?
LC08 FHW was recorded at 92,471 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 5,105 miles a year.
Has LC08 FHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 FHW has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LC08 FHW 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 LC08 FHW find?
LC08 FHW passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered with underseal.

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