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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,999 cc

LK56 HVTMOT history

LK56 HVT is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 89,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2025.

LK56 HVT grey 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 4 May 2026
Mileage
89,851 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 HVT
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
19 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 HVT was last recorded at 89,851 miles on 15 Apr 2025, 6,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,916 miles · 2 May 2024
Between the last two tests
6,935 miles
Average per year
4,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,851 miles
  • 2024 – 82,916 miles
  • 2023 – 77,784 miles
  • 2022 – 76,912 miles
  • 2021 – 75,012 miles
  • 2020 – 73,434 miles
  • 2019 – 69,882 miles
  • 2018 – 65,440 miles
  • 2017 – 60,887 miles
  • 2016 – 55,856 miles
  • 2015 – 50,622 miles
  • 2014 – 45,498 miles
  • 2013 – 39,716 miles
  • 2012 – 34,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,851 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,851 miles
    Test number
    693657850182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Fail89,851 miles (+6,935)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,851 miles
    Test number
    450535490687
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass82,916 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    82,916 miles
    Test number
    167201267644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,815 miles (+5,031)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,815 miles
    Test number
    478139329086
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,784 miles (+872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    77,784 miles
    Test number
    772894667152
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDifferent sized tyes fitted to both front and rear axles
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  6. Pass76,912 miles (+1,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,912 miles
    Test number
    551683264356
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sill
    • AdvisoryDifferent sized tyres fitted to both front and rear axles

  7. Pass75,012 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    75,012 miles
    Test number
    257115025459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,434 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,434 miles
    Test number
    782623259859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,432 miles (+3,550)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,432 miles
    Test number
    421091314377
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass69,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,882 miles
    Test number
    190743137856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,880 miles (+4,440)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,880 miles
    Test number
    145151609251
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass65,440 miles (+4,553)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,440 miles
    Test number
    588091694743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,887 miles (+5,031)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,887 miles
    Test number
    164253720699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    55,856 miles
    Test number
    871850473979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,856 miles (+5,234)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,856 miles
    Test number
    556808545459
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass50,622 miles (+5,124)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,622 miles
    Test number
    280406465609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,498 miles (+5,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,498 miles
    Test number
    619835764209
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass39,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    39,716 miles
    Test number
    376086963277
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail39,716 miles (+5,554)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,716 miles
    Test number
    655266763246
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass34,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,162 miles
    Test number
    107030672260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 HVT

Does LK56 HVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK56 HVT expired on 4 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK56 HVT?
The MOT on LK56 HVT expired on 4 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK56 HVT done?
LK56 HVT was recorded at 89,851 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2025, an average of 4,437 miles a year.
Has LK56 HVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 HVT has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 HVT 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 LK56 HVT find?
LK56 HVT passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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