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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 2,616 cc

LL55 AVWMOT history

LL55 AVW is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 28 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 57,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jun 2024
Mileage
57,630 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL55 AVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL55 AVW was last recorded at 57,630 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 1,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,362 miles · 9 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,268 miles
Average per year
3,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,630 miles
  • 2023 – 56,362 miles
  • 2022 – 55,874 miles
  • 2021 – 51,309 miles
  • 2020 – 51,284 miles
  • 2019 – 50,145 miles
  • 2017 – 45,018 miles
  • 2016 – 37,779 miles
  • 2015 – 29,358 miles
  • 2014 – 22,598 miles
  • 2013 – 15,899 miles
  • 2012 – 10,995 miles
  • 2011 – 8,579 miles
  • 2009 – 7,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail57,630 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Cloudy lens (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Cloudy lens (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured Battery terminals (4.11 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail57,630 miles (+1,268)12 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,630 miles
    Test number
    370409966233
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Cloudy lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Cloudy lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured Battery terminals (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass56,362 miles (+488)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    56,362 miles
    Test number
    679798874234
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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))

  3. Pass55,874 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    55,874 miles
    Test number
    323909751577
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  4. Fail55,874 miles (+4,565)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,874 miles
    Test number
    889625617419
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  5. Pass51,309 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    51,309 miles
    Test number
    302272927149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail51,309 miles (+25)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,309 miles
    Test number
    574105834416
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass51,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    51,284 miles
    Test number
    451324927018
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly rusty due to lack of use

  8. Fail51,283 miles (+1,138)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,283 miles
    Test number
    485635114357
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly rusty due to lack of use

  9. Pass50,145 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,145 miles
    Test number
    349952131511
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail55,882 miles (+10,864)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,882 miles
    Test number
    642184378445
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass45,018 miles (+7,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,018 miles
    Test number
    102918566941
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass37,779 miles (+8,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    37,779 miles
    Test number
    586508062277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass29,358 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,358 miles
    Test number
    464412430787
    • 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)

  14. Fail29,355 miles (+6,757)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,355 miles
    Test number
    903037764984
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)

  15. Pass22,598 miles (+6,699)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,598 miles
    Test number
    906284184268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,899 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    15,899 miles
    Test number
    786862083293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail15,879 miles (+4,884)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,879 miles
    Test number
    366034773234
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Pass10,995 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    10,995 miles
    Test number
    118801552227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,579 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    8,579 miles
    Test number
    857362071292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail7,046 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,046 miles
    Test number
    763207409383
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass7,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    7,046 miles
    Test number
    893037009357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL55 AVW

Does LL55 AVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL55 AVW expired on 8 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL55 AVW?
The MOT on LL55 AVW expired on 8 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL55 AVW done?
LL55 AVW was recorded at 57,630 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 3,215 miles a year.
Has LL55 AVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL55 AVW has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LL55 AVW 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 LL55 AVW find?
LL55 AVW failed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 12 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; brake fluid contaminated, and 15 more.

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