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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,999 cc

LD57 XJFMOT history

LD57 XJF is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 23 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 105,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

LD57 XJF 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 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
105,942 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 XJF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 XJF was last recorded at 105,942 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 3,904 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,038 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,904 miles
Average per year
4,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,942 miles
  • 2025 – 102,038 miles
  • 2024 – 98,034 miles
  • 2023 – 94,420 miles
  • 2022 – 91,212 miles
  • 2021 – 88,159 miles
  • 2020 – 85,773 miles
  • 2019 – 83,125 miles
  • 2018 – 78,780 miles
  • 2017 – 74,044 miles
  • 2016 – 68,818 miles
  • 2015 – 63,629 miles
  • 2014 – 58,815 miles
  • 2013 – 54,949 miles
  • 2012 – 49,331 miles
  • 2011 – 43,371 miles
  • 2010 – 29,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,942 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And associated suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Trays and covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,942 miles (+3,904)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    105,942 miles
    Test number
    547134610650
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And associated suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass102,038 miles (+4,004)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,038 miles
    Test number
    288740777752
    • AdvisoryAdvise polishing both headlights to improve light output and beam image
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both in a horrible rusty condition, advise changing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And associated arms and components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass98,034 miles (+3,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,034 miles
    Test number
    614557015011
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And associated suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass94,420 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    94,420 miles
    Test number
    748358181164
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And associated suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And associated suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail94,418 miles (+3,206)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,418 miles
    Test number
    198684596376
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And associated suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And associated suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass91,212 miles (+3,053)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,212 miles
    Test number
    189132880523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  7. Pass88,159 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,159 miles
    Test number
    931786141174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,106 miles (+2,333)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,106 miles
    Test number
    632127810873
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake performance significantly lower than the passenger side and slower to respond, advise investigating and fixing

  9. Pass85,773 miles (+2,648)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,773 miles
    Test number
    917183842111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205.45.17.88w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  10. Pass83,125 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,125 miles
    Test number
    543157997181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail83,123 miles (+4,343)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,123 miles
    Test number
    362363851915
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass78,780 miles (+4,736)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,780 miles
    Test number
    130457798486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,044 miles
    Test number
    599384799711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,044 miles (+5,226)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,044 miles
    Test number
    798749661601
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass68,818 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,818 miles
    Test number
    605831408016
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail68,808 miles (+5,179)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,808 miles
    Test number
    667212116556
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored outer face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside pads breaking up due to overheating (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass63,629 miles (+4,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,629 miles
    Test number
    450790611889
    • AdvisoryBoth rear discs pitted and worn

  18. Pass58,815 miles (+3,866)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,815 miles
    Test number
    947312754239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail54,949 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,949 miles
    Test number
    167330473208
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass54,949 miles (+5,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,949 miles
    Test number
    635090673229
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass49,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,331 miles
    Test number
    418665472225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,324 miles (+5,953)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,324 miles
    Test number
    298435572261
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail43,371 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,371 miles
    Test number
    446819111335
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass43,371 miles (+14,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,371 miles
    Test number
    449649111375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass29,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    29,144 miles
    Test number
    321436210354
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD57 XJF

Does LD57 XJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 XJF is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 XJF?
The MOT on LD57 XJF is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 XJF done?
LD57 XJF was recorded at 105,942 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 4,843 miles a year.
Has LD57 XJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 XJF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD57 XJF 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 LD57 XJF find?
LD57 XJF passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and associated suspension components.

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