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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S102 LJBMOT history

S102 LJB is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2024.

S102 LJB green 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 20 Nov 2025
Mileage
142,356 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S102 LJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S102 LJB was last recorded at 142,356 miles on 21 Nov 2024, 18,622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,734 miles · 30 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
18,622 miles
Average per year
4,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,356 miles
  • 2023 – 123,734 miles
  • 2022 – 119,799 miles
  • 2021 – 114,785 miles
  • 2020 – 110,896 miles
  • 2019 – 103,581 miles
  • 2018 – 91,177 miles
  • 2017 – 85,012 miles
  • 2016 – 76,872 miles
  • 2015 – 71,543 miles
  • 2014 – 70,676 miles
  • 2013 – 69,787 miles
  • 2012 – 69,221 miles
  • 2011 – 68,278 miles
  • 2010 – 66,616 miles
  • 2009 – 64,497 miles
  • 2008 – 60,610 miles
  • 2007 – 59,090 miles
  • 2006 – 55,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,356 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Outer Both sills corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Underside slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,356 miles (+18,622)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    142,356 miles
    Test number
    451393441602
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass123,734 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    123,734 miles
    Test number
    546332181043
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Both sills corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnderside slightly corroded

  3. Fail123,690 miles (+3,891)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,690 miles
    Test number
    906914555257
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Both sills corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnderside slightly corroded

  4. Pass119,799 miles (+5,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    119,799 miles
    Test number
    903017629560
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Both sills corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass114,785 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,785 miles
    Test number
    496216252834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,780 miles (+3,884)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,780 miles
    Test number
    421838133784
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass110,896 miles (+7,315)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    110,896 miles
    Test number
    316631949602
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on inner/outer sills

  8. Pass103,581 miles (+309)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,581 miles
    Test number
    616564486398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,272 miles (+12,095)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,272 miles
    Test number
    105321087432
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass91,177 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,177 miles
    Test number
    603938038297
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trayfitted

  11. Fail91,177 miles (+6,165)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,177 miles
    Test number
    312212856420
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trayfitted

  12. Pass85,012 miles (+8,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,012 miles
    Test number
    264473533999
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Pass76,872 miles (+5,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,872 miles
    Test number
    461546037660
    • AdvisoryRear both outer sills & wheel arches corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  14. Pass71,543 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,543 miles
    Test number
    725600245139
    • NoteBuckle in n/s/r wheel
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded, pads 70% worn
    • NoteSlight damage n/s/f drop link
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from rear silencer
    • NoteSome corrosion on outer body sills

  15. Fail71,543 miles (+867)1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,543 miles
    Test number
    969700145168
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBuckle in n/s/r wheel
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded, pads 70% worn
    • NoteSlight damage n/s/f drop link
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from rear silencer
    • NoteSome corrosion on outer body sills

  16. Pass70,676 miles (+889)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    359503384167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSome corrosion on rear brake discs

  17. Pass69,787 miles (+566)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    69,787 miles
    Test number
    649649883193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSome corrosion on rear brake discs

  18. Pass69,221 miles (+943)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,221 miles
    Test number
    347460682127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,278 miles
    Test number
    666465881189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail68,278 miles (+1,662)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,278 miles
    Test number
    699625381117
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass66,616 miles (+2,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,616 miles
    Test number
    482498280173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass64,497 miles (+3,887)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    111658489104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,610 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    60,610 miles
    Test number
    202175588116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,090 miles (+3,636)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,090 miles
    Test number
    413273987116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    55,454 miles
    Test number
    312158496133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S102 LJB

Does S102 LJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S102 LJB expired on 20 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S102 LJB?
The MOT on S102 LJB expired on 20 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S102 LJB done?
S102 LJB was recorded at 142,356 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2024, an average of 4,736 miles a year.
Has S102 LJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S102 LJB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S102 LJB 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 S102 LJB find?
S102 LJB passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2024 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills, and 3 more.

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