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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,999 cc

LD06 COUMOT history

LD06 COU is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

LD06 COU grey 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 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
93,039 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD06 COU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD06 COU was last recorded at 93,039 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 6,679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,360 miles · 19 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
6,679 miles
Average per year
4,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,039 miles
  • 2022 – 86,360 miles
  • 2021 – 81,217 miles
  • 2020 – 73,657 miles
  • 2019 – 65,736 miles
  • 2018 – 56,101 miles
  • 2017 – 47,725 miles
  • 2016 – 43,493 miles
  • 2015 – 40,057 miles
  • 2014 – 36,829 miles
  • 2013 – 33,629 miles
  • 2012 – 29,797 miles
  • 2011 – 26,074 miles
  • 2010 – 22,353 miles
  • 2009 – 16,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,039 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened PLUS MOUNTS O/S AND N/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOUTER SILL COVERS FITTED O/S AND N/S
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S AND N/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/S AND N/S (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,039 miles (+6,679)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,039 miles
    Test number
    826043897997
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened PLUS MOUNTS O/S AND N/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOUTER SILL COVERS FITTED O/S AND N/S
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S AND N/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/S AND N/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass86,360 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,360 miles
    Test number
    886145235125
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail86,358 miles (+5,141)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,358 miles
    Test number
    772972269333
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass81,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    81,217 miles
    Test number
    483706144861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,217 miles (+7,560)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,217 miles
    Test number
    737872943284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass73,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,657 miles
    Test number
    752828996695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,657 miles (+7,921)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,657 miles
    Test number
    191009169743
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass65,736 miles (+9,635)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,736 miles
    Test number
    716725753711
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight brake drag
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass56,101 miles (+8,376)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    56,101 miles
    Test number
    448782993356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,725 miles (+4,232)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,725 miles
    Test number
    989352204161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,493 miles (+3,436)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,493 miles
    Test number
    287255098927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,057 miles (+3,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,057 miles
    Test number
    295271005201
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass36,829 miles (+3,200)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,829 miles
    Test number
    799257394142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,629 miles (+3,832)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,629 miles
    Test number
    905997703230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,797 miles (+3,723)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,797 miles
    Test number
    186272902258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,074 miles
    Test number
    407791501260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,074 miles (+3,721)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,074 miles
    Test number
    489281801269
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass22,353 miles (+5,394)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    22,353 miles
    Test number
    211380500299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    16,959 miles
    Test number
    363271209292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD06 COU

Does LD06 COU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD06 COU is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD06 COU?
The MOT on LD06 COU is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD06 COU done?
LD06 COU was recorded at 93,039 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 4,670 miles a year.
Has LD06 COU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD06 COU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LD06 COU 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 LD06 COU find?
LD06 COU passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened plus mounts o/s and n/s; outer sill covers fitted o/s and n/s; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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