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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,840 cc

S108 LJBMOT history

S108 LJB is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

S108 LJB 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 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
103,912 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S108 LJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S108 LJB was last recorded at 103,912 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 6,345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,567 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6,345 miles
Average per year
3,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,912 miles
  • 2024 – 97,567 miles
  • 2023 – 95,897 miles
  • 2022 – 95,887 miles
  • 2020 – 95,271 miles
  • 2019 – 91,734 miles
  • 2018 – 86,648 miles
  • 2017 – 82,886 miles
  • 2016 – 79,525 miles
  • 2015 – 78,439 miles
  • 2014 – 70,109 miles
  • 2013 – 66,675 miles
  • 2010 – 61,175 miles
  • 2009 – 53,142 miles
  • 2008 – 44,913 miles
  • 2007 – 41,494 miles
  • 2006 – 36,846 miles
  • 2005 – 32,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,912 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront suspension componenent corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear steering rack pamp
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryCorrosion across underbody non structural

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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,912 miles (+6,345)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,912 miles
    Test number
    625167134559
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension componenent corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear steering rack pamp
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across underbody non structural

  2. Pass97,567 miles (+1,670)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    97,567 miles
    Test number
    531881174455
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across underbody, non structural

  3. Pass95,897 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    95,897 miles
    Test number
    725439139720
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEarth wire broken at rear axle.
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack damp.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Wheel arch has had an ineffective weld repair but not in a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel rim dented.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect the condition of the front chassis.

  4. Fail95,897 miles (+10)1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,897 miles
    Test number
    620650955918
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEarth wire broken at rear axle.
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack damp.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Wheel arch has had an ineffective weld repair but not in a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel rim dented.
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect the condition of the front chassis.

  5. Pass95,887 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,887 miles
    Test number
    717731750378
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sill corroded and holed.
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Both quarter panels corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail95,880 miles (+609)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,880 miles
    Test number
    753475436985
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sill corroded and holed.
    • AdvisoryRear Both quarter panels corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass95,271 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,271 miles
    Test number
    284895010010
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to suspension components

  8. Fail95,271 miles (+3,537)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,271 miles
    Test number
    623197170800
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to suspension components

  9. Pass91,734 miles (+5,086)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,734 miles
    Test number
    883119319753
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront number plate is slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components are corroded

  10. Pass86,648 miles (+3,762)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    86,648 miles
    Test number
    843647620509
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and has a minor leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And cut on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  11. Pass82,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,886 miles
    Test number
    272330890826
    • AdvisorySuspension components generally corroded

  12. Fail82,886 miles (+3,361)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,886 miles
    Test number
    185541656302
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened Brake pads is breaking up (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension components generally corroded

  13. Pass79,525 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    79,525 miles
    Test number
    780266082674
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  14. Fail79,513 miles (+1,074)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,513 miles
    Test number
    982311670674
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  15. Pass78,439 miles (+11)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    78,439 miles
    Test number
    307128195121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear tyres worn on edges

  16. Fail78,428 miles (+8,319)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,428 miles
    Test number
    215431575108
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Pass70,109 miles (+3,434)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,109 miles
    Test number
    117300474182
    • NoteBoth outer rear sills corroded

  18. Pass66,675 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,675 miles
    Test number
    105980913422
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteBrakes advisories RBT front brake imbalance 25%
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  19. Fail66,675 miles (+5,500)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,675 miles
    Test number
    428364303041
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  20. Pass61,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    61,175 miles
    Test number
    364260780150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,165 miles (+8,023)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,165 miles
    Test number
    541210780163
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass53,142 miles (+8,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    953842709203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass44,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,913 miles
    Test number
    440091498153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail44,913 miles (+3,419)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,913 miles
    Test number
    611371298134
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass41,494 miles (+4,648)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,494 miles
    Test number
    491559927221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,846 miles (+4,017)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,846 miles
    Test number
    953047406211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    32,829 miles
    Test number
    910738335298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S108 LJB

Does S108 LJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S108 LJB expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S108 LJB?
The MOT on S108 LJB expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S108 LJB done?
S108 LJB was recorded at 103,912 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 3,529 miles a year.
Has S108 LJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S108 LJB has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S108 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 S108 LJB find?
S108 LJB passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front suspension componenent corroded; nearside rear outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 5 more.

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