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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LR08 OXSMOT history

LR08 OXS is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 116,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

LR08 OXS red 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 10 Sept 2026
Mileage
116,414 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 OXS
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
12 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 OXS was last recorded at 116,414 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 5,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,041 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,373 miles
Average per year
5,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,414 miles
  • 2025 – 111,041 miles
  • 2023 – 108,731 miles
  • 2022 – 105,107 miles
  • 2021 – 100,028 miles
  • 2020 – 95,758 miles
  • 2019 – 87,401 miles
  • 2018 – 80,736 miles
  • 2017 – 78,404 miles
  • 2016 – 74,646 miles
  • 2015 – 68,544 miles
  • 2014 – 59,735 miles
  • 2013 – 48,547 miles
  • 2012 – 37,931 miles
  • 2011 – 26,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,414 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,414 miles (+5,373)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,414 miles
    Test number
    413414744752
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass111,041 miles (+2,310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    111,041 miles
    Test number
    468971677650
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded slightly

  3. Pass108,731 miles (+3,624)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,731 miles
    Test number
    890278676258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,107 miles (+5,079)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,107 miles
    Test number
    272408239177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,028 miles
    Test number
    282520998676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail100,028 miles (+4,270)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,028 miles
    Test number
    874412857556
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass95,758 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,758 miles
    Test number
    315446371811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,507 miles (+8,106)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,507 miles
    Test number
    771220462090
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  9. Pass87,401 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,401 miles
    Test number
    746565723845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,736 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,736 miles
    Test number
    667395704874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,404 miles
    Test number
    149690613643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,404 miles (+3,758)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,404 miles
    Test number
    387279879938
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  13. Pass74,646 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,646 miles
    Test number
    566784974710
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail74,600 miles (+6,056)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,600 miles
    Test number
    688841704738
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45zr17 88y kumho (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45zr17 88y kumho (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass68,544 miles (+8,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,544 miles
    Test number
    748994865028
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass59,735 miles (+11,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,735 miles
    Test number
    785855864044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass48,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,547 miles
    Test number
    559030973050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,547 miles (+10,616)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,547 miles
    Test number
    718630673052
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass37,931 miles (+11,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,931 miles
    Test number
    139823072498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass26,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,131 miles
    Test number
    375113551056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 OXS

Does LR08 OXS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 OXS expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 OXS?
The MOT on LR08 OXS expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 OXS done?
LR08 OXS was recorded at 116,414 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 5,809 miles a year.
Has LR08 OXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 OXS has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 OXS 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 LR08 OXS find?
LR08 OXS failed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; nearside front position lamp not working; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced, and 2 more.

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