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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LP08 DJZMOT history

LP08 DJZ is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 105,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

LP08 DJZ red 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 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,281 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 DJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 DJZ was last recorded at 105,281 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,122 miles · 29 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
159 miles
Average per year
5,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,281 miles
  • 2025 – 105,122 miles
  • 2024 – 100,999 miles
  • 2023 – 97,055 miles
  • 2022 – 90,781 miles
  • 2021 – 86,049 miles
  • 2020 – 80,915 miles
  • 2019 – 78,154 miles
  • 2018 – 77,772 miles
  • 2017 – 76,315 miles
  • 2016 – 75,172 miles
  • 2015 – 66,879 miles
  • 2014 – 57,862 miles
  • 2013 – 53,264 miles
  • 2012 – 40,631 miles
  • 2011 – 29,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,281 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,281 miles (+159)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,281 miles
    Test number
    746547776959
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail105,122 miles (+4,123)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,122 miles
    Test number
    820676140004
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass100,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    100,999 miles
    Test number
    319609830388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail100,999 miles (+3,944)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,999 miles
    Test number
    270128924317
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall 205-50-16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass97,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    97,055 miles
    Test number
    581230653625
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail97,055 miles (+6,274)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,055 miles
    Test number
    623472381837
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass90,781 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,781 miles
    Test number
    608687382318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail90,760 miles (+4,711)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,760 miles
    Test number
    379463113188
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass86,049 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,049 miles
    Test number
    511685714877
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail86,049 miles (+5,134)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,049 miles
    Test number
    688733102561
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view All (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass80,915 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,915 miles
    Test number
    717483258319
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail80,915 miles (+2,761)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,915 miles
    Test number
    178407823534
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass78,154 miles (+382)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,154 miles
    Test number
    822993981698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,772 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,772 miles
    Test number
    941445872402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,315 miles (+1,143)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,315 miles
    Test number
    448835597153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,172 miles (+8,293)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,172 miles
    Test number
    812483721608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,879 miles (+9,017)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,879 miles
    Test number
    827778945052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  18. Pass57,862 miles (+4,598)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    57,862 miles
    Test number
    647075864089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,264 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,264 miles
    Test number
    998902073159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail53,264 miles (+12,633)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,264 miles
    Test number
    629812173180
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass40,631 miles (+11,416)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,631 miles
    Test number
    605540982126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,215 miles
    Test number
    188726761176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,212 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,212 miles
    Test number
    217546161414
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LP08 DJZ

Does LP08 DJZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 DJZ is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 DJZ?
The MOT on LP08 DJZ is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 DJZ done?
LP08 DJZ was recorded at 105,281 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 5,213 miles a year.
Has LP08 DJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 DJZ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LP08 DJZ 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 LP08 DJZ find?
LP08 DJZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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