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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LL08 ZZRMOT history

LL08 ZZR is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 19 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 168,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

LL08 ZZR green 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 16 Sept 2026
Mileage
168,500 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 ZZR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL08 ZZR was last recorded at 168,500 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 3,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,928 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,572 miles
Average per year
8,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,500 miles
  • 2025 – 164,928 miles
  • 2024 – 161,118 miles
  • 2023 – 155,123 miles
  • 2022 – 149,135 miles
  • 2021 – 137,552 miles
  • 2020 – 131,883 miles
  • 2019 – 124,957 miles
  • 2018 – 119,020 miles
  • 2017 – 111,876 miles
  • 2016 – 101,731 miles
  • 2015 – 86,907 miles
  • 2014 – 64,159 miles
  • 2013 – 46,526 miles
  • 2012 – 43,127 miles
  • 2011 – 38,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail168,500 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive exhaust leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension assembly has corrosion.

What MOT failures 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.

  • Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail168,500 miles (+3,572)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,500 miles
    Test number
    828660637141
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive exhaust leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension assembly has corrosion.

  2. Pass164,928 miles (+3,810)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    164,928 miles
    Test number
    367919457526
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass161,118 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    161,118 miles
    Test number
    132383896410
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail161,106 miles (+8)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,106 miles
    Test number
    585810772847
    • DangerousCentral Front Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire exhaust shield hanging down resting on exhaust (6.1.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail161,098 miles (+5,975)2 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,098 miles
    Test number
    855386514524
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor Holed (Marked with chalk) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner wheel arch holed (Marked with chalk) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill holed excessive (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner wheel arch holed (Marked with chalk) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front Suspension arm bushes cracking on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass155,123 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    155,123 miles
    Test number
    325449911963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail155,123 miles (+5,988)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,123 miles
    Test number
    646644777449
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed gas analyser would not pick up reading during HC hang up check and proceed to test due to leak from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass149,135 miles (+11,583)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    149,135 miles
    Test number
    733410516233
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass137,552 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,552 miles
    Test number
    244463074985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,547 miles (+5,664)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,547 miles
    Test number
    607429719667
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass131,883 miles (+6,926)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,883 miles
    Test number
    181142124842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass124,957 miles (+5,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,957 miles
    Test number
    231581888284
    • 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))

  13. Pass119,020 miles (+7,144)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,020 miles
    Test number
    277164788983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,876 miles (+10,145)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    111,876 miles
    Test number
    661766042976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,731 miles (+14,824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,731 miles
    Test number
    817742909801
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass86,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,907 miles
    Test number
    366945310207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,907 miles (+22,748)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,907 miles
    Test number
    293900626584
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass64,159 miles (+17,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,159 miles
    Test number
    656892594198
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass46,526 miles (+3,399)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,526 miles
    Test number
    639432443167
    • NoteCorosian on inner face of both front brake discs.
    • NoteCorosian on inner faces of both rear discs.
    • NoteFront pads worn low.
    • NoteRear pads worn low.

  20. Pass43,127 miles (+4,871)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,127 miles
    Test number
    177548362140
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass38,256 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,256 miles
    Test number
    169381531186
    • NoteO/s/f tyre close to legal limit

Questions about LL08 ZZR

Does LL08 ZZR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 ZZR expired on 16 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 ZZR?
The MOT on LL08 ZZR expired on 16 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 ZZR done?
LL08 ZZR was recorded at 168,500 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 8,483 miles a year.
Has LL08 ZZR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 ZZR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 ZZR 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 LL08 ZZR find?
LL08 ZZR failed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 5 major defects and 7 advisories: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; emissions unable to be completed excessive exhaust leak.; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 9 more.

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