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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LL57 GCVMOT history

LL57 GCV is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

LL57 GCV blue 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 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,747 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL57 GCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL57 GCV was last recorded at 83,747 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 3,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,682 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,065 miles
Average per year
3,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,747 miles
  • 2025 – 80,682 miles
  • 2024 – 77,333 miles
  • 2023 – 74,128 miles
  • 2022 – 70,206 miles
  • 2021 – 66,355 miles
  • 2020 – 64,920 miles
  • 2019 – 58,588 miles
  • 2018 – 51,447 miles
  • 2017 – 48,998 miles
  • 2016 – 44,154 miles
  • 2015 – 36,655 miles
  • 2014 – 33,866 miles
  • 2013 – 33,866 miles
  • 2012 – 31,404 miles
  • 2011 – 26,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,747 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,747 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,747 miles
    Test number
    580132307546
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail83,747 miles (+3,065)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,747 miles
    Test number
    368210499882
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect product on lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect product on lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass80,682 miles (+3,349)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    80,682 miles
    Test number
    538534830724
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    77,333 miles
    Test number
    214421633538
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  5. Fail77,333 miles (+3,205)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,333 miles
    Test number
    602317417696
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  6. Pass74,128 miles (+3,922)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    74,128 miles
    Test number
    712361457493
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  7. Pass70,206 miles (+3,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,206 miles
    Test number
    222337903614
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface rust underside.

  8. Pass66,355 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    66,355 miles
    Test number
    605407313197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  9. Fail66,355 miles (+1,435)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,355 miles
    Test number
    355451568932
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  10. Pass64,920 miles (+6,332)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,920 miles
    Test number
    171332541184
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass58,588 miles (+7,141)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,588 miles
    Test number
    924797491145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,447 miles
    Test number
    910646815376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail51,446 miles (+2,448)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,446 miles
    Test number
    329601765759
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass48,998 miles (+4,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,998 miles
    Test number
    928729181531
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass44,154 miles (+7,499)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,154 miles
    Test number
    487038909280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,655 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,655 miles
    Test number
    144145285567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,653 miles (+618)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,653 miles
    Test number
    581154798936
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass36,035 miles (+2,169)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    36,035 miles
    Test number
    306532515051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,866 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,866 miles
    Test number
    197432104470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail33,866 miles (+2,462)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,866 miles
    Test number
    145181263302
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass31,404 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    31,404 miles
    Test number
    127143562353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,099 miles
    Test number
    176953102062
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail29,099 miles (+2,182)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,099 miles
    Test number
    288423702020
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass26,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,917 miles
    Test number
    536948501083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL57 GCV

Does LL57 GCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL57 GCV is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL57 GCV?
The MOT on LL57 GCV is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL57 GCV done?
LL57 GCV was recorded at 83,747 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 3,639 miles a year.
Has LL57 GCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL57 GCV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LL57 GCV 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 LL57 GCV find?
LL57 GCV passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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