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Mazda MX-5

Maroon · Petrol · 2004 · 1,839 cc

LX04 SLVMOT history

LX04 SLV is a maroon petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 24 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

LX04 SLV maroon 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 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,683 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 SLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX04 SLV was last recorded at 140,683 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 3,964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,719 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,964 miles
Average per year
6,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,683 miles
  • 2025 – 136,719 miles
  • 2024 – 130,584 miles
  • 2023 – 125,620 miles
  • 2021 – 118,726 miles
  • 2020 – 118,100 miles
  • 2019 – 113,292 miles
  • 2018 – 108,079 miles
  • 2017 – 104,186 miles
  • 2016 – 96,663 miles
  • 2015 – 80,437 miles
  • 2014 – 58,952 miles
  • 2013 – 42,139 miles
  • 2012 – 40,528 miles
  • 2011 – 38,798 miles
  • 2010 – 35,919 miles
  • 2009 – 33,179 miles
  • 2008 – 30,148 miles
  • 2007 – 26,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,683 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Both the rear tyres are perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Corrosion to the exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,683 miles (+3,964)6 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,683 miles
    Test number
    970336812681
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass136,719 miles (+2,012)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,719 miles
    Test number
    843195907570
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front split pin missing but none castellated nut

  3. Fail134,707 miles (+4,123)1 dangerous1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,707 miles
    Test number
    633630350445
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper split pin missing but not castellated nut
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,584 miles (+4,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    130,584 miles
    Test number
    346629112523
    • AdvisoryBattery light illuminated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass125,620 miles (+1,000)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,620 miles
    Test number
    738683583108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,620 miles (+5,894)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,620 miles
    Test number
    152648692959
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass118,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    118,726 miles
    Test number
    702646462977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,726 miles (+626)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,726 miles
    Test number
    643537587684
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Main box section under front wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Main box section under front wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Tee to nsr. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch slipping.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sidewall cracking.

  9. Pass118,100 miles (+4,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,100 miles
    Test number
    745028572921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass113,292 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,292 miles
    Test number
    203466499719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,079 miles (+3,893)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,079 miles
    Test number
    204545056005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,186 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,186 miles
    Test number
    334204728504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,178 miles (+7,515)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,178 miles
    Test number
    684139589832
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryAll component under body corroded under body corroded

  14. Pass96,663 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,663 miles
    Test number
    147321625218
    • AdvisoryBoth the rear tyres are perishing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the exhaust
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to the sills
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail96,663 miles (+16,226)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,663 miles
    Test number
    378486237620
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth the rear tyres are perishing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the exhaust
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to the sills
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass80,437 miles (+21,485)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,437 miles
    Test number
    657217355193
    • NoteBoth front upper balljoint covers perished
    • NoteCentre exhaust section corroded
    • NoteHandbrake lever not returning to stop on nearside rear caliper
    • NoteMain battery earth terminal broken/corroded
    • NoteOffside rear road spring corroded

  17. Pass58,952 miles (+16,813)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,952 miles
    Test number
    736933764181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,139 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,139 miles
    Test number
    995455163111
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

  19. Fail42,138 miles (+1,610)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,138 miles
    Test number
    979401763183
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

  20. Pass40,528 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,528 miles
    Test number
    836245732167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,798 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,798 miles
    Test number
    515423731135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,919 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,919 miles
    Test number
    733630130150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass35,919 miles (+2,740)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,919 miles
    Test number
    780120130125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,179 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,179 miles
    Test number
    660931529168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,148 miles (+3,512)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,148 miles
    Test number
    540189628171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,636 miles
    Test number
    650777637138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail26,636 miles (+406)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,636 miles
    Test number
    493365637110
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

  28. Pass26,230 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,230 miles
    Test number
    280173917413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail26,153 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,153 miles
    Test number
    840606107178
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX04 SLV

Does LX04 SLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX04 SLV is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX04 SLV?
The MOT on LX04 SLV is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX04 SLV done?
LX04 SLV was recorded at 140,683 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 6,089 miles a year.
Has LX04 SLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 SLV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LX04 SLV 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 LX04 SLV find?
LX04 SLV passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 6 minor defects and 17 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 20 more.

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