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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,999 cc

LS06 VHPMOT history

LS06 VHP is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 17 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 117,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LS06 VHP grey 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 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
117,257 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 VHP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS06 VHP was last recorded at 117,257 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,238 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
5,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,257 miles
  • 2025 – 112,350 miles
  • 2024 – 111,027 miles
  • 2023 – 110,360 miles
  • 2021 – 109,758 miles
  • 2020 – 107,221 miles
  • 2019 – 97,224 miles
  • 2018 – 73,407 miles
  • 2017 – 68,794 miles
  • 2016 – 65,329 miles
  • 2015 – 58,442 miles
  • 2014 – 52,474 miles
  • 2013 – 43,449 miles
  • 2012 – 37,812 miles
  • 2011 – 29,784 miles
  • 2010 – 24,596 miles
  • 2009 – 19,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,257 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBoth inner sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,257 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    117,257 miles
    Test number
    430331298726
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sill corroded

  2. Fail117,238 miles (+4,888)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,238 miles
    Test number
    548505612491
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sill corroded

  3. Pass112,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    112,350 miles
    Test number
    634845577092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,350 miles (+1,323)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,350 miles
    Test number
    371272690977
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,027 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    111,027 miles
    Test number
    988720930242
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail111,027 miles (+667)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,027 miles
    Test number
    387546100200
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass110,360 miles (+602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    110,360 miles
    Test number
    964830724045
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  8. Pass109,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    109,758 miles
    Test number
    470070589426
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail109,758 miles (+2,537)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,758 miles
    Test number
    817986081707
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass107,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,221 miles
    Test number
    907867646076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,221 miles (+9,997)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,221 miles
    Test number
    520298774545
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass97,224 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,224 miles
    Test number
    618028964666
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail97,224 miles (+23,817)2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,224 miles
    Test number
    172254133129
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass73,407 miles (+4,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,407 miles
    Test number
    292895867718
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass68,794 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,794 miles
    Test number
    103441806586
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail68,794 miles (+3,465)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,794 miles
    Test number
    292789387593
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass65,329 miles (+6,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    65,329 miles
    Test number
    423944210706
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryVery slight play n/s/r anti roll link

  18. Pass58,442 miles (+5,968)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,442 miles
    Test number
    296390225466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass52,474 miles (+9,025)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,474 miles
    Test number
    339018124133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,449 miles (+5,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,449 miles
    Test number
    899521733128
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,812 miles (+8,028)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,812 miles
    Test number
    676607742111
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads perished
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread perished and nail in tread
    • NoteWiper blades worn/split

  22. Pass29,784 miles (+5,188)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,784 miles
    Test number
    985578251132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,596 miles (+4,903)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    24,596 miles
    Test number
    434719950149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,693 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,693 miles
    Test number
    622807469147
    • 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)

  25. Fail19,693 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,693 miles
    Test number
    941797469127
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

Questions about LS06 VHP

Does LS06 VHP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS06 VHP is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS06 VHP?
The MOT on LS06 VHP is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS06 VHP done?
LS06 VHP was recorded at 117,257 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 5,850 miles a year.
Has LS06 VHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 VHP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS06 VHP 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 LS06 VHP find?
LS06 VHP passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear; both inner sill corroded.

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