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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,597 cc

LR05 RBFMOT history

LR05 RBF is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 29 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 71,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LR05 RBF blue 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 10 May 2027
Mileage
71,268 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 RBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 RBF was last recorded at 71,268 miles on 11 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,268 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,268 miles
  • 2025 – 69,103 miles
  • 2024 – 68,374 miles
  • 2023 – 67,835 miles
  • 2022 – 67,755 miles
  • 2021 – 67,573 miles
  • 2020 – 65,472 miles
  • 2019 – 61,503 miles
  • 2018 – 56,858 miles
  • 2017 – 52,750 miles
  • 2016 – 48,429 miles
  • 2015 – 45,522 miles
  • 2014 – 44,934 miles
  • 2013 – 44,656 miles
  • 2012 – 32,936 miles
  • 2011 – 22,369 miles
  • 2010 – 13,037 miles
  • 2009 – 5,948 miles
  • 2008 – 5,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,268 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    71,268 miles
    Test number
    943163837280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail71,268 miles (+2,165)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,268 miles
    Test number
    801024952807
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass69,103 miles (+729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    69,103 miles
    Test number
    487786801737
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  4. Pass68,374 miles (+539)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    68,374 miles
    Test number
    842513034383
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass67,835 miles (+80)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    67,835 miles
    Test number
    735055756887
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer cills corroded slightly but not holed
    • 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))
  6. Pass67,755 miles (+182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    67,755 miles
    Test number
    504179291743
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer cills corroded
    • 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))
  7. Pass67,573 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    765371615384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,572 miles (+2,100)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,572 miles
    Test number
    623088160840
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested due to headlamp not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass65,472 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    65,472 miles
    Test number
    565837565507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,503 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,503 miles
    Test number
    978939615751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,492 miles (+4,634)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,492 miles
    Test number
    273886292373
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass56,858 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,858 miles
    Test number
    527461457452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,750 miles (+4,321)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,750 miles
    Test number
    769787289942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,429 miles (+2,907)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,429 miles
    Test number
    300576032037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,522 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,522 miles
    Test number
    847402795006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,934 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,934 miles
    Test number
    966573314156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,656 miles (+11,720)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,656 miles
    Test number
    708243313168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,936 miles (+10,567)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,936 miles
    Test number
    238241662042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,369 miles (+9,332)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    22,369 miles
    Test number
    105941441478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,037 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    13,037 miles
    Test number
    110557140093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,948 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    5,948 miles
    Test number
    122824659010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass5,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    5,111 miles
    Test number
    373354218181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 RBF

Does LR05 RBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 RBF is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 RBF?
The MOT on LR05 RBF is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 RBF done?
LR05 RBF was recorded at 71,268 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 3,666 miles a year.
Has LR05 RBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 RBF has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 RBF 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 RBF find?
LR05 RBF passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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