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Mazda 5

Multi-colour · Petrol · 2013 · 1,999 cc

LP13 VBNMOT history

LP13 VBN is a multi-colour petrol Mazda 5 first used on 11 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 99,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

LP13 VBN multi-colour Mazda 5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda 5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,477 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP13 VBN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
5
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
11 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP13 VBN was last recorded at 99,477 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 5,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,491 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,986 miles
Average per year
8,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,477 miles
  • 2025 – 93,491 miles
  • 2024 – 83,904 miles
  • 2023 – 74,892 miles
  • 2022 – 64,561 miles
  • 2021 – 57,693 miles
  • 2020 – 48,357 miles
  • 2019 – 39,250 miles
  • 2018 – 31,773 miles
  • 2017 – 22,638 miles
  • 2016 – 12,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,477 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,477 miles (+5,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,477 miles
    Test number
    431193911721
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass93,491 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,491 miles
    Test number
    611485751361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail93,241 miles (+9,337)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,241 miles
    Test number
    898945797613
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak leak from back box affecting emissions test (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious points in suspension corroded ( front and rear subframe )

  4. Pass83,904 miles (+9,012)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,904 miles
    Test number
    302464538465
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective SPLIT (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective DOGBONE MOUNT HAS SLIGHT PLAY
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,892 miles (+10,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    74,892 miles
    Test number
    797861799984
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass64,561 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,561 miles
    Test number
    521060791331
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail64,550 miles (+6,857)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,550 miles
    Test number
    569762917697
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass57,693 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    900998120930
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE, REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail57,670 miles (+9,313)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,670 miles
    Test number
    725752693581
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE, REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass48,357 miles (+9,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    48,357 miles
    Test number
    979368459792
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass39,250 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    39,250 miles
    Test number
    990984329645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail39,215 miles (+7,442)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,215 miles
    Test number
    808876635379
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass31,773 miles (+9,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    31,773 miles
    Test number
    221793504278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin & OFFSIDE REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass22,638 miles (+10,315)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    22,638 miles
    Test number
    983451544915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH 205/50zr17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low on inner edges 205/50r17

  15. Pass12,323 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    12,323 miles
    Test number
    467218464497
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges balding (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail12,323 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,323 miles
    Test number
    901068208938
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges balding (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP13 VBN

Does LP13 VBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP13 VBN is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP13 VBN?
The MOT on LP13 VBN is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP13 VBN done?
LP13 VBN was recorded at 99,477 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 8,534 miles a year.
Has LP13 VBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP13 VBN has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LP13 VBN 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 LP13 VBN find?
LP13 VBN passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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