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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,839 cc

LR05 RAXMOT history

LR05 RAX is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 122,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.

LR05 RAX blue 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 26 Sept 2023
Mileage
122,018 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 RAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
27 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 RAX was last recorded at 122,018 miles on 27 May 2025, 3,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,421 miles · 27 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3,597 miles
Average per year
4,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,018 miles
  • 2022 – 118,421 miles
  • 2021 – 113,352 miles
  • 2019 – 109,335 miles
  • 2018 – 108,857 miles
  • 2017 – 108,069 miles
  • 2016 – 106,981 miles
  • 2015 – 100,705 miles
  • 2014 – 93,331 miles
  • 2013 – 86,035 miles
  • 2012 – 74,676 miles
  • 2011 – 63,940 miles
  • 2010 – 51,670 miles
  • 2009 – 45,481 miles
  • 2008 – 36,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,018 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Blowing at rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail122,018 miles (+3,597)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,018 miles
    Test number
    253026705439
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Blowing at rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass118,421 miles (+5,069)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,421 miles
    Test number
    244053133991
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,352 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    113,352 miles
    Test number
    530201564411
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail113,352 miles (+4,017)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,352 miles
    Test number
    514478252978
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass109,335 miles (+478)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    879045162347
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass108,857 miles (+788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,857 miles
    Test number
    562277173976
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass108,069 miles (+1,088)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    108,069 miles
    Test number
    158451359045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    106,981 miles
    Test number
    192004665326
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail106,981 miles (+954)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,981 miles
    Test number
    627228248823
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass106,027 miles (+5,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,027 miles
    Test number
    967144264810
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroding

  11. Pass100,705 miles (+7,374)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    100,705 miles
    Test number
    428324755196
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteOffside rear brake pads getting low

  12. Pass93,331 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,331 miles
    Test number
    616399344157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  13. Fail93,331 miles (+7,296)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,331 miles
    Test number
    758359444166
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  14. Pass86,035 miles (+11,359)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    86,035 miles
    Test number
    548154253184
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management light on

  15. Pass74,676 miles (+10,736)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    74,676 miles
    Test number
    918778952183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCuts offside front tyre inner side wall
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  16. Pass63,940 miles (+12,270)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,940 miles
    Test number
    435341851189
    • NoteEngine man/light showing front wiper blades split

  17. Pass51,670 miles (+6,189)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,670 miles
    Test number
    813138680060
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing close to wear bars

  18. Fail45,481 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,481 miles
    Test number
    133490329152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass45,481 miles (+8,648)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,481 miles
    Test number
    343610829167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,833 miles
    Test number
    160805818139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,833 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,833 miles
    Test number
    252055518489
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR05 RAX

Does LR05 RAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 RAX expired on 26 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 RAX?
The MOT on LR05 RAX expired on 26 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 RAX done?
LR05 RAX was recorded at 122,018 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 4,985 miles a year.
Has LR05 RAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 RAX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 RAX 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 LR05 RAX find?
LR05 RAX failed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 4 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases blowing at rear silencer joint; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 1 more.

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