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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,839 cc

P331 LDAMOT history

P331 LDA is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 101,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

P331 LDA red 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 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
101,792 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P331 LDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
30 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P331 LDA was last recorded at 101,792 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 6,790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,002 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,790 miles
Average per year
1,844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,792 miles
  • 2025 – 95,002 miles
  • 2024 – 91,684 miles
  • 2023 – 91,088 miles
  • 2022 – 89,318 miles
  • 2021 – 87,767 miles
  • 2020 – 85,302 miles
  • 2018 – 84,335 miles
  • 2017 – 82,878 miles
  • 2016 – 82,878 miles
  • 2015 – 82,583 miles
  • 2014 – 80,597 miles
  • 2013 – 79,447 miles
  • 2012 – 78,066 miles
  • 2011 – 76,381 miles
  • 2010 – 74,993 miles
  • 2009 – 74,090 miles
  • 2008 – 69,428 miles
  • 2007 – 66,797 miles
  • 2006 – 64,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,792 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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,792 miles (+6,790)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    101,792 miles
    Test number
    878653049974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,002 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,002 miles
    Test number
    634416007621
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail95,002 miles (+3,318)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,002 miles
    Test number
    696169556368
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass91,684 miles (+596)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,684 miles
    Test number
    412378442203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,088 miles
    Test number
    978774223294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail91,088 miles (+1,770)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,088 miles
    Test number
    258873660797
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass89,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    89,318 miles
    Test number
    879833231345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,318 miles (+1,551)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,318 miles
    Test number
    223068388187
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass87,767 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    87,767 miles
    Test number
    704130998755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,302 miles (+967)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,302 miles
    Test number
    847038506764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass84,335 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,335 miles
    Test number
    462087073191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    82,878 miles
    Test number
    431360727090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,878 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,878 miles
    Test number
    105071825393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail82,878 miles (+295)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,878 miles
    Test number
    407112602050
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner. Arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner. Sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass82,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,583 miles
    Test number
    529380985162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,583 miles (+1,986)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,583 miles
    Test number
    766253375109
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass80,597 miles (+1,150)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,597 miles
    Test number
    278795374466
    • NoteFront and rear subframes corroeded

  18. Pass79,447 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,447 miles
    Test number
    678066273126
    • NoteFront and rear subframes and suspension arms very rusty
    • NoteUnderbody undersealed

  19. Fail79,447 miles (+114)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,447 miles
    Test number
    947866873183
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear subframes and suspension arms very rusty
    • NoteN/s o/s rear foot and hand brakes not locking out
    • NoteUnderbody undersealed

  20. Fail79,333 miles (+1,267)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,333 miles
    Test number
    368948953140
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  21. Pass78,066 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,066 miles
    Test number
    397945342123
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Fail78,066 miles (+1,685)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,066 miles
    Test number
    696404942198
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  23. Pass76,381 miles (+1,388)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,381 miles
    Test number
    788666631106
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder body corroded, none considered excessive.

  24. Pass74,993 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    202175240474
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteVarious front and rear suspension components slightly corroded - none considered excessive

  25. Fail74,993 miles (+903)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    230914540194
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteVarious front and rear suspension components slightly corroded - none considered excessive

  26. Pass74,090 miles (+4,662)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    520074869193
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs just starting to corrode slightly
    • NoteMinor oil leak

  27. Pass69,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    69,428 miles
    Test number
    444860448187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  28. Fail69,428 miles (+2,631)1 failure3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,428 miles
    Test number
    331180248116
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  29. Pass66,797 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    66,797 miles
    Test number
    374611047124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass64,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    64,471 miles
    Test number
    994263846168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P331 LDA

Does P331 LDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P331 LDA is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P331 LDA?
The MOT on P331 LDA is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P331 LDA done?
P331 LDA was recorded at 101,792 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 1,844 miles a year.
Has P331 LDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P331 LDA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on P331 LDA 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 P331 LDA find?
P331 LDA passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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