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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,597 cc

LM52 LBMMOT history

LM52 LBM is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 62,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2026.

LM52 LBM silver 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 14 Nov 2027
Mileage
62,754 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 LBM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 LBM was last recorded at 62,754 miles on 29 Oct 2026, 2,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,583 miles · 14 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2,171 miles
Average per year
3,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,754 miles
  • 2025 – 60,583 miles
  • 2024 – 57,511 miles
  • 2023 – 54,506 miles
  • 2022 – 52,538 miles
  • 2021 – 48,022 miles
  • 2020 – 43,845 miles
  • 2019 – 42,299 miles
  • 2018 – 39,503 miles
  • 2017 – 36,320 miles
  • 2016 – 32,855 miles
  • 2015 – 31,077 miles
  • 2014 – 29,440 miles
  • 2013 – 26,722 miles
  • 2012 – 23,041 miles
  • 2011 – 20,266 miles
  • 2009 – 14,888 miles
  • 2008 – 10,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,754 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Both front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,754 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    62,754 miles
    Test number
    274749601608
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail62,754 miles (+2,171)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,754 miles
    Test number
    736055501350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass60,583 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    60,583 miles
    Test number
    198193844762
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail60,547 miles (+3,036)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,547 miles
    Test number
    189231954026
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass57,511 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,511 miles
    Test number
    349557324017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail57,455 miles (+2,949)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,455 miles
    Test number
    664379343681
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Lower seals both sides (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,506 miles (+1,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    54,506 miles
    Test number
    291721409012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass52,538 miles (+4,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    52,538 miles
    Test number
    465105568587
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner faces rusted (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass48,022 miles (+4,177)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,022 miles
    Test number
    885224464281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,845 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    43,845 miles
    Test number
    736262450539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,299 miles (+2,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,299 miles
    Test number
    766919723783
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass39,503 miles (+3,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    39,503 miles
    Test number
    763567670337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass36,320 miles (+3,465)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    36,320 miles
    Test number
    765707542399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    32,855 miles
    Test number
    517926258904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail32,855 miles (+979)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,855 miles
    Test number
    870795685825
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass31,876 miles (+799)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,876 miles
    Test number
    143921472418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,077 miles (+1,637)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,077 miles
    Test number
    339997385077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,440 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    29,440 miles
    Test number
    227789804009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,722 miles (+3,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    26,722 miles
    Test number
    105250713093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass23,041 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    23,041 miles
    Test number
    677586202027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,266 miles (+5,378)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    20,266 miles
    Test number
    908797201054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,888 miles (+4,398)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    14,888 miles
    Test number
    823555859398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,490 miles (+6,328)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    10,490 miles
    Test number
    221972658316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass4,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    4,162 miles
    Test number
    310879808062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 LBM

Does LM52 LBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 LBM is valid until 14 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 LBM?
The MOT on LM52 LBM is valid until 14 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 LBM done?
LM52 LBM was recorded at 62,754 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2026, an average of 3,116 miles a year.
Has LM52 LBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 LBM has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 LBM 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 LM52 LBM find?
LM52 LBM passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; general underside corrosion, and 1 more.

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