
Mazda MX-5
Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,798 cc
LU04 SEAMOT history
LU04 SEA is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 96,015 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 14 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 96,015 mi
- At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 27
- 17 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 3,983 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LU04 SEA
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Mazda
- Model
- MX-5
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,798 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 12 Apr 2006
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 10 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LU04 SEA was last recorded at 96,015 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 1,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 94,764 miles · 12 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,251 miles
- Average per year
- 3,983 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 96,015 miles
- 2025 – 94,764 miles
- 2024 – 93,540 miles
- 2023 – 91,686 miles
- 2022 – 89,169 miles
- 2021 – 86,258 miles
- 2020 – 82,858 miles
- 2019 – 76,399 miles
- 2018 – 69,301 miles
- 2017 – 60,701 miles
- 2015 – 58,551 miles
- 2014 – 50,825 miles
- 2013 – 46,353 miles
- 2012 – 40,507 miles
- 2011 – 35,261 miles
- 2010 – 30,295 miles
- 2009 – 28,604 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement multiple bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both - nearside worse (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also various associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres close and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
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 Cracking in tread
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip
Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Major4 MOTs, 2020–2025
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Full MOT history
27 tests since 6 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass96,015 miles1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 96,015 miles
- Test number
- 963821026867
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement multiple bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both - nearside worse (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also various associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres close and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Fail96,015 miles (+1,251)2 repaired1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,015 miles
- Test number
- 430713619592
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement multiple bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both - nearside worse (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also various associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres close and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Pass94,764 miles1 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 94,764 miles
- Test number
- 974996062817
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front and Rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside mirror been repaired with tape
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Also all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Fail94,764 miles (+1,224)5 major1 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,764 miles
- Test number
- 478542621737
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjuster detached from head light (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjuster detached from head light (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front and Rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside mirror been repaired with tape
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Also all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Pass93,540 miles1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 93,540 miles
- Test number
- 701567167776
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle been under sealed
Fail93,540 miles (+1,854)7 major1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,540 miles
- Test number
- 373404399011
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle been under sealed
Pass91,686 miles (+2,517)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 91,686 miles
- Test number
- 439666227236
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass89,169 miles (+2,911)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 89,169 miles
- Test number
- 580371290528
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass86,258 miles (+8)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 86,258 miles
- Test number
- 237499414618
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
Fail86,250 miles (+3,392)3 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,250 miles
- Test number
- 760520475815
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper control arm has a split boot but still prevents the ingress of dirt.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper control arm has a split boot but still prevents the ingress of dirt.
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass82,858 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 82,858 miles
- Test number
- 157626875287
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail82,858 miles (+6,459)7 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,858 miles
- Test number
- 823201893178
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
Pass76,399 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 76,399 miles
- Test number
- 131835972641
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail76,399 miles (+7,098)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,399 miles
- Test number
- 113916034840
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass69,301 miles (+8,600)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 69,301 miles
- Test number
- 120691967584
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake slight bind
Pass60,701 miles (+24)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 60,701 miles
- Test number
- 879438908242
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail60,677 miles (+2,126)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,677 miles
- Test number
- 888273500296
- FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Pass58,551 miles (+7,726)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 58,551 miles
- Test number
- 300857746958
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Pass50,825 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 16 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 50,825 miles
- Test number
- 718320694291
- NoteOil leak
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail50,825 miles (+4,472)1 failure2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 50,825 miles
- Test number
- 248610494257
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass46,353 miles (+5,846)7 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 46,353 miles
- Test number
- 739432033338
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass40,507 miles (+5,246)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 40,507 miles
- Test number
- 265995352233
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass35,261 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 35,261 miles
- Test number
- 166485701105
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail35,261 miles (+4,966)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 35,261 miles
- Test number
- 249185401107
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
Pass30,295 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 30,295 miles
- Test number
- 433829880069
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail30,295 miles (+1,691)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 30,295 miles
- Test number
- 500669080040
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass28,604 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 28,604 miles
- Test number
- 744026499027
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LU04 SEA
- Does LU04 SEA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU04 SEA is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LU04 SEA?
- The MOT on LU04 SEA is valid until 14 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LU04 SEA done?
- LU04 SEA was recorded at 96,015 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 3,983 miles a year.
- Has LU04 SEA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LU04 SEA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
- Has the mileage on LU04 SEA 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 LU04 SEA find?
- LU04 SEA passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement multiple bushes deteriorated, and 8 more.
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