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Mazda MX-5

Orange · Petrol · 2005 · 1,839 cc

LM05 EXCMOT history

LM05 EXC is an orange petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 56,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LM05 EXC orange 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 Dec 2026
Mileage
56,950 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 EXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 EXC was last recorded at 56,950 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 3,601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
53,349 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,601 miles
Average per year
2,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 56,950 miles
  • 2024 – 53,349 miles
  • 2023 – 50,154 miles
  • 2022 – 46,244 miles
  • 2021 – 41,352 miles
  • 2020 – 37,700 miles
  • 2019 – 33,386 miles
  • 2018 – 31,017 miles
  • 2017 – 29,458 miles
  • 2016 – 28,329 miles
  • 2015 – 27,069 miles
  • 2014 – 25,572 miles
  • 2013 – 23,821 miles
  • 2012 – 21,497 miles
  • 2011 – 18,633 miles
  • 2010 – 15,650 miles
  • 2009 – 13,345 miles
  • 2008 – 10,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,950 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,950 miles (+3,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    56,950 miles
    Test number
    191194114797
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass53,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    53,349 miles
    Test number
    260033962593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail53,348 miles (+3,194)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,348 miles
    Test number
    139174826465
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass50,154 miles (+3,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    50,154 miles
    Test number
    623324518620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass46,244 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    46,244 miles
    Test number
    882749705932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,352 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    41,352 miles
    Test number
    355316447361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,700 miles (+4,314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    37,700 miles
    Test number
    899138460116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass33,386 miles (+2,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    33,386 miles
    Test number
    395427276096
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass31,017 miles (+1,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    31,017 miles
    Test number
    736564425680
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass29,458 miles (+1,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    29,458 miles
    Test number
    255979458675
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  11. Pass28,329 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    28,329 miles
    Test number
    418197754057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,069 miles (+1,497)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,069 miles
    Test number
    988361365164
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass25,572 miles (+1,751)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    25,572 miles
    Test number
    247771364146
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  14. Pass23,821 miles (+2,324)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,821 miles
    Test number
    799581763128
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  15. Pass21,497 miles (+2,864)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    21,497 miles
    Test number
    167356962117
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass18,633 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,633 miles
    Test number
    835201961133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,650 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    15,650 miles
    Test number
    613229160141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,345 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,345 miles
    Test number
    103486879127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass10,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    10,754 miles
    Test number
    411902478156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LM05 EXC

Does LM05 EXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 EXC is valid until 24 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM05 EXC?
The MOT on LM05 EXC is valid until 24 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 EXC done?
LM05 EXC was recorded at 56,950 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 2,649 miles a year.
Has LM05 EXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 EXC has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LM05 EXC 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 LM05 EXC find?
LM05 EXC passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills.

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