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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,999 cc

LR08 WVDMOT history

LR08 WVD is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LR08 WVD black 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 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
126,598 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 WVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 WVD was last recorded at 126,598 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 3,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,544 miles · 23 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3,054 miles
Average per year
7,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,598 miles
  • 2025 – 119,192 miles
  • 2024 – 117,062 miles
  • 2023 – 116,714 miles
  • 2022 – 115,241 miles
  • 2021 – 113,873 miles
  • 2020 – 111,445 miles
  • 2019 – 106,339 miles
  • 2018 – 95,603 miles
  • 2017 – 82,896 miles
  • 2016 – 69,795 miles
  • 2015 – 56,993 miles
  • 2014 – 47,628 miles
  • 2013 – 37,409 miles
  • 2012 – 25,374 miles
  • 2011 – 14,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,598 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front inner edge wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,598 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    126,598 miles
    Test number
    974167045548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,544 miles (+4,352)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,544 miles
    Test number
    706582547978
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass119,192 miles (+2,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    119,192 miles
    Test number
    845116147232
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass117,062 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    117,062 miles
    Test number
    654099236822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass116,714 miles (+1,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,714 miles
    Test number
    386489054021
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,241 miles (+1,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    115,241 miles
    Test number
    528407464613
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  7. Pass113,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    113,873 miles
    Test number
    671552539443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,873 miles (+2,428)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,873 miles
    Test number
    528850722124
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear inner on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer weak

  9. Pass111,445 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,445 miles
    Test number
    982230064503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,443 miles (+5,104)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,443 miles
    Test number
    112040555003
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass106,339 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,339 miles
    Test number
    170785118817
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail106,338 miles (+10,735)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,338 miles
    Test number
    833699245661
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass95,603 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,603 miles
    Test number
    139168380489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner edge wearing thin
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail95,601 miles (+12,705)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,601 miles
    Test number
    311890681902
    • FailureBrake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner edge wearing thin
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass82,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,896 miles
    Test number
    370530968164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,896 miles (+13,101)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,896 miles
    Test number
    396532212728
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass69,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,795 miles
    Test number
    698061044763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,795 miles (+12,802)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,795 miles
    Test number
    388099810565
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass56,993 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    56,993 miles
    Test number
    297419855473
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail56,991 miles (+9,363)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,991 miles
    Test number
    529999455159
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass47,628 miles (+475)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,628 miles
    Test number
    727175054127
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail47,153 miles (+9,744)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,153 miles
    Test number
    347697524137
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass37,409 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,409 miles
    Test number
    497917633119
    • NoteN/s/r brake pad not braking fully on outer brake disc

  24. Fail37,409 miles (+12,035)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,409 miles
    Test number
    556887433197
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront inner brake discs scored
    • NoteN/s/r brake pad not braking fully on outer brake disc

  25. Pass25,374 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,374 miles
    Test number
    236626832149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail25,359 miles (+10,761)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,359 miles
    Test number
    816196032129
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass14,598 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    14,598 miles
    Test number
    486499631127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,129 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    14,129 miles
    Test number
    937680651061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 WVD

Does LR08 WVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 WVD is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 WVD?
The MOT on LR08 WVD is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 WVD done?
LR08 WVD was recorded at 126,598 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 7,189 miles a year.
Has LR08 WVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 WVD has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 WVD 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 WVD find?
LR08 WVD passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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