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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,840 cc

LX52 MJKMOT history

LX52 MJK is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 7 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LX52 MJK 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 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
94,301 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 MJK
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
7 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 MJK was last recorded at 94,301 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,905 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,396 miles
Average per year
3,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,301 miles
  • 2024 – 92,905 miles
  • 2023 – 92,007 miles
  • 2022 – 91,866 miles
  • 2021 – 91,389 miles
  • 2020 – 91,029 miles
  • 2019 – 90,217 miles
  • 2018 – 88,438 miles
  • 2017 – 87,332 miles
  • 2016 – 84,666 miles
  • 2015 – 83,380 miles
  • 2014 – 78,635 miles
  • 2013 – 69,454 miles
  • 2012 – 63,052 miles
  • 2011 – 56,573 miles
  • 2010 – 53,714 miles
  • 2009 – 48,293 miles
  • 2008 – 42,797 miles
  • 2007 – 36,640 miles
  • 2006 – 19,274 miles
  • 2005 – 17,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,301 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under car

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,301 miles (+1,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    94,301 miles
    Test number
    851784115215
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under car

  2. Pass92,905 miles (+898)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    92,905 miles
    Test number
    327005208704
    • AdvisoryBad corrosion front and rear suspension and steering
    • AdvisoryHanbdbrake travel
    • AdvisorySlight buldge nearside fronttyre

  3. Pass92,007 miles (+141)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,007 miles
    Test number
    327525755757
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass91,866 miles (+477)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    91,866 miles
    Test number
    902529805877
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass91,389 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    91,389 miles
    Test number
    921527150156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail91,373 miles (+344)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,373 miles
    Test number
    509425424843
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion on working face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass91,029 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,029 miles
    Test number
    775303430505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,217 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,217 miles
    Test number
    838652112228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail90,146 miles (+1,708)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,146 miles
    Test number
    322398528215
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass88,438 miles (+1,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,438 miles
    Test number
    517986662884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass87,332 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,332 miles
    Test number
    278616085722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail87,332 miles (+2,666)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,332 miles
    Test number
    211554703066
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass84,666 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,666 miles
    Test number
    116091251655
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail84,666 miles (+1,286)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,666 miles
    Test number
    822787573777
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass83,380 miles (+4,745)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    83,380 miles
    Test number
    665210605164
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass78,635 miles (+9,181)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,635 miles
    Test number
    569008784065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,454 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,454 miles
    Test number
    288672603491
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  18. Pass69,454 miles (+6,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,454 miles
    Test number
    638202403103
    • 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)

  19. Pass63,052 miles (+6,479)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,052 miles
    Test number
    909129502043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,573 miles (+2,859)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,573 miles
    Test number
    988865211002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,714 miles (+5,421)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,714 miles
    Test number
    361129180016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,293 miles (+5,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,293 miles
    Test number
    960625389040
    • 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)

  23. Pass42,797 miles (+6,157)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,797 miles
    Test number
    291313198072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,640 miles (+17,366)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,640 miles
    Test number
    871197157066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,274 miles (+1,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,274 miles
    Test number
    214752676019
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass17,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    17,484 miles
    Test number
    953453075294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 MJK

Does LX52 MJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 MJK is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX52 MJK?
The MOT on LX52 MJK is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 MJK done?
LX52 MJK was recorded at 94,301 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 3,815 miles a year.
Has LX52 MJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 MJK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LX52 MJK 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 LX52 MJK find?
LX52 MJK passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: general corrosion under car.

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