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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,840 cc

LF52 CDUMOT history

LF52 CDU is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 141,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LF52 CDU 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 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
141,650 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 CDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 CDU was last recorded at 141,650 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,649 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,650 miles
  • 2025 – 135,585 miles
  • 2024 – 133,813 miles
  • 2023 – 129,172 miles
  • 2022 – 126,617 miles
  • 2021 – 124,450 miles
  • 2020 – 122,596 miles
  • 2019 – 120,183 miles
  • 2018 – 115,289 miles
  • 2017 – 109,466 miles
  • 2016 – 103,773 miles
  • 2014 – 94,518 miles
  • 2013 – 92,658 miles
  • 2012 – 88,366 miles
  • 2011 – 83,943 miles
  • 2010 – 79,722 miles
  • 2009 – 75,199 miles
  • 2008 – 65,397 miles
  • 2007 – 47,609 miles
  • 2006 – 43,114 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,650 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.

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Coil spring corroded all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,650 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    141,650 miles
    Test number
    745910774974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail141,649 miles (+6,064)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,649 miles
    Test number
    449388176534
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass135,585 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,585 miles
    Test number
    866295041485
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded allfour (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail135,585 miles (+1,772)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,585 miles
    Test number
    145649279568
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded allfour (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass133,813 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    133,813 miles
    Test number
    893726132070
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floorpan corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a load bearing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner wheel arch corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a load bearing area
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner wheel arch and floorpan corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a load bearing area
  6. Fail133,813 miles (+4,641)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,813 miles
    Test number
    888590588438
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner wheel arch corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a load bearing area
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner wheel arch and floorpan corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a load bearing area
  7. Pass129,172 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,172 miles
    Test number
    315833887587
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail129,172 miles (+2,555)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,172 miles
    Test number
    444542159095
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass126,617 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    126,617 miles
    Test number
    398786985917
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wheel arches and offside rear floorpan corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a load bearing area
  10. Fail126,615 miles (+2,165)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,615 miles
    Test number
    614062123452
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floorpan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floorpan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded and leaking (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wheel arches and offside rear floorpan corroded and holed but not within 30cm of a load bearing area
  11. Pass124,450 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,450 miles
    Test number
    448049088539
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear floorpan corroded and holed but within 30cm of a load bearing area
  12. Fail124,450 miles (+1,854)1 dangerous5 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,450 miles
    Test number
    831034368534
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50r15 82v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested BET not met and full test not carried out due to the condition of exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch/ sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear 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 Coil spring corroded both coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear floorpan corroded and holed but within 30cm of a load bearing area
  13. Pass122,596 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,596 miles
    Test number
    972496355374
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside & nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside front & rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  14. Fail122,596 miles (+2,413)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,596 miles
    Test number
    337758200735
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside & nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside & nearside front & rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  15. Pass120,183 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    120,183 miles
    Test number
    130260006082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  16. Fail120,181 miles (+4,892)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,181 miles
    Test number
    339155188436
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  17. Pass115,289 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    115,289 miles
    Test number
    868782267835
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
  18. Fail115,287 miles (+5,821)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,287 miles
    Test number
    539221549114
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel High (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
  19. Pass109,466 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,466 miles
    Test number
    475688338440
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  20. Fail109,466 miles (+5,693)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,466 miles
    Test number
    813361887621
    • Repaired at testElectrical wiring inadequately supported in car (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  21. Pass103,773 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    103,773 miles
    Test number
    757083970802
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  22. Fail103,729 miles (+9,211)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,729 miles
    Test number
    831720509009
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  23. Pass94,518 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,518 miles
    Test number
    118309424365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass92,658 miles (+4,292)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    92,658 miles
    Test number
    635812253216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass88,366 miles (+4,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    88,366 miles
    Test number
    515470652276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass83,943 miles (+4,221)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,943 miles
    Test number
    327376351465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass79,722 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    79,722 miles
    Test number
    664137650279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail79,716 miles (+4,517)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,716 miles
    Test number
    343306950263
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
  29. Pass75,199 miles (+9,802)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,199 miles
    Test number
    510223399215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass65,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    65,397 miles
    Test number
    464144908428
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  31. Fail65,397 miles (+6,831)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,397 miles
    Test number
    863084508325
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  32. Pass58,566 miles (+10,957)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,566 miles
    Test number
    213896618031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass47,609 miles (+4,495)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    47,609 miles
    Test number
    753724007058
    • NoteHand brake travel high
    • NoteSlight corrosion to all four brake discs
  34. Pass43,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,114 miles
    Test number
    162021026255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 CDU

Does LF52 CDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 CDU is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 CDU?
The MOT on LF52 CDU is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 CDU done?
LF52 CDU was recorded at 141,650 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 5,041 miles a year.
Has LF52 CDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 CDU has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 CDU 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 LF52 CDU find?
LF52 CDU passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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