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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,839 cc

LM05 EXSMOT history

LM05 EXS is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2022 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 56,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2022.

LM05 EXS silver 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 12 Jul 2022
Mileage
56,809 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2022
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 EXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM05 EXS was last recorded at 56,809 miles on 5 Jul 2022, 1,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,383 miles · 13 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,426 miles
Average per year
2,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 56,809 miles
  • 2021 – 55,383 miles
  • 2019 – 54,766 miles
  • 2018 – 52,234 miles
  • 2017 – 48,493 miles
  • 2016 – 44,253 miles
  • 2015 – 40,922 miles
  • 2014 – 36,797 miles
  • 2013 – 33,453 miles
  • 2012 – 30,867 miles
  • 2011 – 27,088 miles
  • 2010 – 24,643 miles
  • 2009 – 19,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail56,809 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch at the bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail56,809 miles (+1,426)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,809 miles
    Test number
    945849755479
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch at the bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass55,383 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    55,383 miles
    Test number
    845339063751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail55,383 miles (+617)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,383 miles
    Test number
    161519987645
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass54,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,766 miles
    Test number
    877056463231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail54,766 miles (+2,532)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,766 miles
    Test number
    198620204879
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))

  6. Pass52,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,234 miles
    Test number
    116886654395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail52,234 miles (+3,741)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,234 miles
    Test number
    532218693612
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass48,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,493 miles
    Test number
    215848936411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,493 miles (+4,240)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,493 miles
    Test number
    227393612782
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass44,253 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,253 miles
    Test number
    192319667440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail44,256 miles (+3,334)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,256 miles
    Test number
    259874569678
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass40,922 miles (+4,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,922 miles
    Test number
    885060245127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass36,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,797 miles
    Test number
    578564954126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,797 miles (+3,344)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,797 miles
    Test number
    106374354135
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass33,453 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    33,453 miles
    Test number
    275003643479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,867 miles (+3,779)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,867 miles
    Test number
    959545622193
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded

  17. Pass27,088 miles (+2,445)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,088 miles
    Test number
    275890741461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,643 miles (+5,217)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,643 miles
    Test number
    853181130125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,426 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,426 miles
    Test number
    970631329170
    • 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)

  20. Pass19,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    19,426 miles
    Test number
    994461729144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 EXS

Does LM05 EXS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 EXS expired on 12 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 EXS?
The MOT on LM05 EXS expired on 12 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 EXS done?
LM05 EXS was recorded at 56,809 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2022, an average of 2,837 miles a year.
Has LM05 EXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 EXS has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LM05 EXS 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 EXS find?
LM05 EXS failed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2022 with 5 major defects: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 2 more.

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