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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,839 cc

LX54 VPEMOT history

LX54 VPE is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 133,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2022.

LX54 VPE blue Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2023
Mileage
133,272 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VPE was last recorded at 133,272 miles on 24 Nov 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Nov 2022: 133,272 miles, lower than 137,814 miles on 22 Nov 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
133,272 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,272 miles
  • 2021 – 137,814 miles
  • 2020 – 129,306 miles
  • 2019 – 126,791 miles
  • 2018 – 125,511 miles
  • 2017 – 125,307 miles
  • 2016 – 124,374 miles
  • 2014 – 120,975 miles
  • 2013 – 115,259 miles
  • 2012 – 102,086 miles
  • 2011 – 85,227 miles
  • 2010 – 67,251 miles
  • 2009 – 48,997 miles
  • 2008 – 32,758 miles
  • 2007 – 18,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,272 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,272 miles
    Test number
    850919498430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail133,272 miles (-4,542)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,272 miles
    Test number
    430497840933
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass137,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    137,814 miles
    Test number
    178987514802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail137,814 miles (+8,508)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,814 miles
    Test number
    440172244266
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass129,306 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,306 miles
    Test number
    774402127095
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail129,305 miles (+2,514)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,305 miles
    Test number
    687736208142
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor pan corroded but not within a prescribed area

  7. Pass126,791 miles (+2)26 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,791 miles
    Test number
    916973250073
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear closing panel corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill & closing panel corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail126,789 miles (+1,278)3 dangerous2 major1 minor26 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,789 miles
    Test number
    690962970893
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear closing panel corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill & closing panel corroding
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass125,511 miles (+204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    125,511 miles
    Test number
    852244669462
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to floors and front chassis and offside rear sill

  10. Fail125,307 miles (+933)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,307 miles
    Test number
    102169613733
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass124,374 miles (+13)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    124,374 miles
    Test number
    420615415428
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged both front (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBattry insecure
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes badly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion, underside, body work
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake recording low effort compared with offside
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front inner wings corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear outer body sills and sill closures corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp damaged lens
    • AdvisoryRear service brake application uneven
    • AdvisoryRear service brake imbalance

  12. Fail124,361 miles (+3,386)6 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,361 miles
    Test number
    718920373202
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged both front (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBattry insecure
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes badly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion, underside, body work
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake recording low effort compared with offside
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front inner wings corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear outer body sills and sill closures corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lamp damaged lens
    • AdvisoryRear service brake application uneven
    • AdvisoryRear service brake imbalance

  13. Fail120,975 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,975 miles
    Test number
    318478224359
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing outside edge
    • NoteOs door damaged

  14. Pass120,975 miles (+5,716)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    120,975 miles
    Test number
    957268924383
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing outside edge
    • NoteOs door damaged

  15. Pass115,259 miles (+13,173)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    115,259 miles
    Test number
    815801743319
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust corroded.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded.

  16. Pass102,086 miles (+16,859)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    102,086 miles
    Test number
    997192022399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,227 miles (+17,976)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    85,227 miles
    Test number
    908725811315
    • NoteBoth rear brake disc slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cut to outer wall but no cords showing

  18. Pass67,251 miles (+18,254)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,251 miles
    Test number
    373427410382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,997 miles
    Test number
    151400129304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,997 miles (+16,239)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,997 miles
    Test number
    320620129382
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r on limit

  21. Pass32,758 miles (+14,041)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,758 miles
    Test number
    221956108385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,717 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    18,717 miles
    Test number
    283675677287
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail18,717 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,717 miles
    Test number
    942685677244
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX54 VPE

Does LX54 VPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 VPE expired on 23 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VPE?
The MOT on LX54 VPE expired on 23 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 VPE done?
LX54 VPE was recorded at 133,272 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2022, an average of 7,563 miles a year.
Has LX54 VPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VPE has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LX54 VPE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Nov 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX54 VPE find?
LX54 VPE passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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