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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

LL51 XXXMOT history

LL51 XXX is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 46,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

LL51 XXX blue 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 21 May 2025
Mileage
46,692 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 XXX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2025
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL51 XXX was last recorded at 46,692 miles on 7 May 2025, 235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,457 miles · 22 May 2024
Between the last two tests
235 miles
Average per year
1,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 46,692 miles
  • 2024 – 46,457 miles
  • 2023 – 46,383 miles
  • 2022 – 46,243 miles
  • 2021 – 45,160 miles
  • 2019 – 44,975 miles
  • 2018 – 38,945 miles
  • 2014 – 34,096 miles
  • 2013 – 31,079 miles
  • 2012 – 27,787 miles
  • 2010 – 23,593 miles
  • 2009 – 21,240 miles
  • 2008 – 18,085 miles
  • 2007 – 14,641 miles
  • 2006 – 12,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail46,692 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail46,692 miles (+235)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,692 miles
    Test number
    774127670030
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass46,457 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    46,457 miles
    Test number
    880815878414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail46,455 miles (+72)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,455 miles
    Test number
    719515574930
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass46,383 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    46,383 miles
    Test number
    841019366097
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  5. Fail46,374 miles (+131)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,374 miles
    Test number
    795026775769
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Pass46,243 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    46,243 miles
    Test number
    752107016977
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail46,242 miles (+1,082)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,242 miles
    Test number
    683935397238
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass45,160 miles (+185)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    45,160 miles
    Test number
    851122221196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,975 miles (+6,030)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,975 miles
    Test number
    350251676300
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass38,945 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    38,945 miles
    Test number
    182934820791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail38,928 miles (+4,832)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,928 miles
    Test number
    347433908649
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass34,096 miles (+3,017)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    34,096 miles
    Test number
    569280224046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,079 miles (+3,292)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,079 miles
    Test number
    429265333061
    • NoteOSF headlight slightly clouded not affecting beam patten
    • NoteSlight corrosion on inner faces of front brake discs

  14. Pass27,787 miles (+4,194)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,787 miles
    Test number
    429038232089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass23,593 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,593 miles
    Test number
    114517300314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,383 miles (+2,143)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    23,383 miles
    Test number
    381178860417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,240 miles (+3,155)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    21,240 miles
    Test number
    382393999298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,085 miles (+3,444)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    18,085 miles
    Test number
    581873888299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,641 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    14,641 miles
    Test number
    300532797408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    12,478 miles
    Test number
    893123806376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 XXX

Does LL51 XXX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 XXX expired on 21 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 XXX?
The MOT on LL51 XXX expired on 21 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 XXX done?
LL51 XXX was recorded at 46,692 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 1,848 miles a year.
Has LL51 XXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 XXX has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LL51 XXX 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 LL51 XXX find?
LL51 XXX failed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 9 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 12 more.

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