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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,840 cc

LD03 VYYMOT history

LD03 VYY is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

LD03 VYY silver 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 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
90,506 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,429 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 VYY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 VYY was last recorded at 90,506 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 1,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Apr 2015: 70,498 miles, lower than 612,887 miles on 15 Apr 2014.

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
89,176 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,330 miles
Average per year
4,429 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,506 miles
  • 2024 – 89,176 miles
  • 2023 – 87,975 miles
  • 2022 – 86,940 miles
  • 2021 – 85,344 miles
  • 2020 – 84,326 miles
  • 2019 – 82,283 miles
  • 2018 – 79,678 miles
  • 2017 – 76,532 miles
  • 2016 – 73,746 miles
  • 2015 – 70,498 miles
  • 2014 – 612,887 miles
  • 2013 – 47,561 miles
  • 2012 – 36,175 miles
  • 2011 – 22,842 miles
  • 2010 – 16,382 miles
  • 2009 – 9,340 miles
  • 2008 – 8,962 miles
  • 2007 – 4,502 miles
  • 2006 – 4,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,506 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to suspension components

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,506 miles (+1,330)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,506 miles
    Test number
    735892795731
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion to suspension components

  2. Pass89,176 miles (+1,201)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,176 miles
    Test number
    287080934481
    • AdvisoryAll steering/suspension components corroded. Under car body corroded.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,975 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    771459504941
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail87,975 miles (+1,035)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    840928976368
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass86,940 miles (+1,596)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,940 miles
    Test number
    592887798575
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass85,344 miles (+1,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,344 miles
    Test number
    604112878573
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,326 miles (+2,043)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,326 miles
    Test number
    814173780263
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass82,283 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,283 miles
    Test number
    522721608210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system extremely corroded

  9. Fail82,283 miles (+2,605)2 dangerous1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,283 miles
    Test number
    947017048527
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system extremely corroded

  10. Pass79,678 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,678 miles
    Test number
    654287575946
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly cracked (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to chassis,floor & suspension

  11. Fail79,678 miles (+3,146)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,678 miles
    Test number
    956462195296
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly cracked (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to chassis,floor & suspension

  12. Pass76,532 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,532 miles
    Test number
    145605824616
    • AdvisoryAdvise all suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail76,532 miles (+2,786)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,532 miles
    Test number
    778458202232
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre also punctured and out of shape. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAdvise all suspension components corroded.
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass73,746 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,746 miles
    Test number
    348050568344
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn to 3mm

  15. Fail73,745 miles (+3,247)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,745 miles
    Test number
    453355876729
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fouling on lower arm (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn to 3mm

  16. Pass70,498 miles (-542,389)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,498 miles
    Test number
    669586205155
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass612,887 miles (+565,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    612,887 miles
    Test number
    167175004164
    • NoteBrake fluid level getting low

  18. Pass47,561 miles (+11,386)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,561 miles
    Test number
    618754593048
    • NoteCut on the tread of the nearside rear tyre
    • NoteDeep cut on offside rear tyre on the inner wall
    • NoteDeep cut on the outside wall of the offside front tyre

  19. Pass36,175 miles (+13,333)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,175 miles
    Test number
    396244602134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,842 miles (+6,460)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    22,842 miles
    Test number
    818851991071
    • NoteWipers slight smear

  21. Pass16,382 miles (+7,042)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    16,382 miles
    Test number
    831782110166
    • NoteCracking to o/s and n/s rear tyres

  22. Pass9,340 miles (+378)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    9,340 miles
    Test number
    414548319171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,962 miles (+4,460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    8,962 miles
    Test number
    240355288184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass4,502 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    4,502 miles
    Test number
    452769137156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass4,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    4,039 miles
    Test number
    292632306100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 VYY

Does LD03 VYY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 VYY expired on 27 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 VYY?
The MOT on LD03 VYY expired on 27 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 VYY done?
LD03 VYY was recorded at 90,506 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 4,429 miles a year.
Has LD03 VYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 VYY has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LD03 VYY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 VYY find?
LD03 VYY passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 10 more.

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