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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR03 XFUMOT history

LR03 XFU is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 11 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

LR03 XFU 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 29 Jul 2026
Mileage
114,125 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 XFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 XFU was last recorded at 114,125 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,120 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,125 miles
  • 2025 – 114,120 miles
  • 2023 – 109,243 miles
  • 2022 – 100,773 miles
  • 2021 – 100,607 miles
  • 2020 – 93,466 miles
  • 2019 – 91,665 miles
  • 2018 – 85,190 miles
  • 2017 – 80,415 miles
  • 2016 – 74,669 miles
  • 2015 – 72,488 miles
  • 2014 – 65,604 miles
  • 2013 – 58,071 miles
  • 2012 – 53,069 miles
  • 2010 – 50,282 miles
  • 2009 – 47,901 miles
  • 2008 – 34,187 miles
  • 2007 – 22,763 miles
  • 2006 – 15,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,125 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside / offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis / wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis / floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill / floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis / wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill / floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside / offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Body not fully secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Body not fully secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,125 miles (+5)5 major3 minor31 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,125 miles
    Test number
    230677436301
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside / offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis / wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis / floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill / floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis / wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill / floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside / offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside / offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,120 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,120 miles
    Test number
    952520345650
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail114,120 miles (+4,877)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,120 miles
    Test number
    433292769171
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass109,243 miles (+8,470)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,243 miles
    Test number
    164382013734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,773 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    100,773 miles
    Test number
    686380072664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail100,607 miles (+7,141)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,607 miles
    Test number
    837464460293
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass93,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,466 miles
    Test number
    170400366157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,466 miles (+1,801)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,466 miles
    Test number
    374819716899
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  9. Pass91,665 miles (+6,475)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,665 miles
    Test number
    349051446668
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting n/s outer sill
    • AdvisoryOil on engine
    • AdvisorySurface rust underneath in places

  10. Pass85,190 miles (+4,775)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,190 miles
    Test number
    828105328027
    • AdvisoryCorrosion both front chassis legs
    • AdvisoryCorrosion n/s sill
    • AdvisoryCorrosion power steering pipes
    • AdvisoryOil on engine
    • AdvisorySlightly damp around the n/s/r brake caliper

  11. Pass80,415 miles (+5,746)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    80,415 miles
    Test number
    697110900692
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking/perishing inbetween tread patterns.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc outer surface area rusty in places.
    • AdvisoryRust present in following areas n/s outer sill panel,and both front chassis legs.

  12. Pass74,669 miles (+2,181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,669 miles
    Test number
    860492153110
    • AdvisoryRear sections of exhaust system very rusty.
    • AdvisoryRust present n/s/r outer sill panel.
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front number plate ,however is still legable.

  13. Pass72,488 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,488 miles
    Test number
    323098824115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail72,488 miles (+6,884)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,488 miles
    Test number
    928252639264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass65,604 miles (+7,533)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,604 miles
    Test number
    725655244345
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass58,071 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,071 miles
    Test number
    917223353364
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroding on inner faces

  17. Fail58,062 miles (+4,993)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,062 miles
    Test number
    137433753369
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front brake dics corroded inner face

  18. Pass53,069 miles (+2,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,069 miles
    Test number
    216059482166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass50,282 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,282 miles
    Test number
    222344870446
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty and brake pad conditions low

  20. Fail50,282 miles (+2,381)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,282 miles
    Test number
    950604170112
    • 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)
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty and brake pad conditions low

  21. Fail47,901 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,901 miles
    Test number
    682045289073
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass47,901 miles (+13,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,901 miles
    Test number
    913835789014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass34,187 miles (+11,424)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,187 miles
    Test number
    141177568420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,763 miles (+7,251)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,763 miles
    Test number
    201468807154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    15,512 miles
    Test number
    553362986010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 XFU

Does LR03 XFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 XFU expired on 29 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 XFU?
The MOT on LR03 XFU expired on 29 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 XFU done?
LR03 XFU was recorded at 114,125 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 4,847 miles a year.
Has LR03 XFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 XFU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR03 XFU 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 LR03 XFU find?
LR03 XFU failed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 5 major defects, 3 minor defects and 31 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high; nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill, and 36 more.

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