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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,840 cc

LX02 ZVCMOT history

LX02 ZVC is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 59,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LX02 ZVC 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 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
59,845 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 ZVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 ZVC was last recorded at 59,845 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 5,455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,390 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,455 miles
Average per year
2,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,845 miles
  • 2025 – 54,390 miles
  • 2024 – 50,338 miles
  • 2022 – 44,656 miles
  • 2021 – 38,132 miles
  • 2020 – 32,379 miles
  • 2019 – 26,584 miles
  • 2018 – 22,645 miles
  • 2017 – 20,009 miles
  • 2016 – 16,552 miles
  • 2015 – 15,353 miles
  • 2014 – 14,240 miles
  • 2013 – 13,487 miles
  • 2012 – 13,108 miles
  • 2011 – 12,645 miles
  • 2010 – 12,066 miles
  • 2009 – 11,247 miles
  • 2008 – 10,557 miles
  • 2007 – 9,661 miles
  • 2006 – 8,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,845 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corrosion
  • AdvisoryInner sills corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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 Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Both inner sills corroded & holed - requies attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside frfont wheel speed sensor wiring insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,845 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    59,845 miles
    Test number
    843784428583
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corrosion
    • AdvisoryInner sills corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Fail59,837 miles (+5,447)3 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,837 miles
    Test number
    898017565142
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corrosion
    • AdvisoryInner sills corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  3. Pass54,390 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,390 miles
    Test number
    468485302574
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded & holed - requies attention
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside frfont wheel speed sensor wiring insecure
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner wheel arch areas corroded and holed - requires attention
    • AdvisorySuspension & steering components heavily corroded

  4. Fail54,387 miles (+120)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,387 miles
    Test number
    962179632913
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded & holed - requies attention
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside frfont wheel speed sensor wiring insecure
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner wheel arch areas corroded and holed - requires attention
    • AdvisorySuspension & steering components heavily corroded

  5. Fail54,267 miles (+78)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,267 miles
    Test number
    143516674285
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle to inner and outer sill and various components
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear join heavily corroded and weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively only just acceptable (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill holed and heavily corroded (just outside of prescribed areas) REQUIRES ATTENTION
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryProp shaft seal wet with oil, possible leaks

  6. Fail54,189 miles (+213)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,189 miles
    Test number
    155490394736
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake bind so excessive vehicle being thrown out of RBT (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle to inner and outer sill and various components
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear join heavily corroded and weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill holed and heavily corroded (just outside of prescribed areas) REQUIRES ATTENTION
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryProp shaft seal wet with oil, possible leaks
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rear (offside only just acceptable (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail53,976 miles (+3,638)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,976 miles
    Test number
    752895267243
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear and pads are low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking brake fluid leak (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive leak from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened There is a lip on the front disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody is covered in underseal

  8. Pass50,338 miles (+5,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    50,338 miles
    Test number
    457271607478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody is covered in underseal, view to structure restricted however upon inspection, structure is satisfactory

  9. Pass44,656 miles (+6,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    44,656 miles
    Test number
    183264163154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass38,132 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    38,132 miles
    Test number
    404163633891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail38,132 miles (+5,753)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,132 miles
    Test number
    106615537370
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass32,379 miles (+5,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    32,379 miles
    Test number
    430507139561
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass26,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    26,584 miles
    Test number
    242656993626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail26,584 miles (+3,939)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,584 miles
    Test number
    364201946537
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass22,645 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    22,645 miles
    Test number
    605846408195
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  16. Fail22,644 miles (+2,635)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,644 miles
    Test number
    782492677792
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass20,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    20,009 miles
    Test number
    200964903038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail20,007 miles (+3,455)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,007 miles
    Test number
    810620574739
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass16,552 miles (+1,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    16,552 miles
    Test number
    609590957248
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass15,353 miles (+1,113)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    15,353 miles
    Test number
    535769198234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,240 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    14,240 miles
    Test number
    168684454220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,487 miles (+379)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    13,487 miles
    Test number
    647068743218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,108 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    13,108 miles
    Test number
    546904452225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,645 miles (+579)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    12,645 miles
    Test number
    658707251205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,066 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    12,066 miles
    Test number
    711577950211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail12,056 miles (+809)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,056 miles
    Test number
    963736350295
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass11,247 miles (+690)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    11,247 miles
    Test number
    241989679018
    • NoteAll rubber flexable brake pipe ferrules have slight corrosion

  28. Pass10,557 miles (+896)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    10,557 miles
    Test number
    750028878061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,661 miles (+747)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    9,661 miles
    Test number
    374692677049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass8,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    8,914 miles
    Test number
    221995976051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 ZVC

Does LX02 ZVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX02 ZVC is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX02 ZVC?
The MOT on LX02 ZVC is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX02 ZVC done?
LX02 ZVC was recorded at 59,845 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 2,493 miles a year.
Has LX02 ZVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 ZVC has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LX02 ZVC 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 LX02 ZVC find?
LX02 ZVC passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside rear wheel arch corrosion; inner sills corrosion, and 1 more.

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