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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2010 · 1,999 cc

S23 LUFMOT history

S23 LUF is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 76,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

S23 LUF silver 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 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
76,241 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 LUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 LUF was last recorded at 76,241 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,241 miles · 6 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,241 miles
  • 2025 – 71,795 miles
  • 2024 – 68,738 miles
  • 2023 – 66,349 miles
  • 2022 – 63,316 miles
  • 2021 – 60,838 miles
  • 2020 – 58,576 miles
  • 2019 – 55,835 miles
  • 2018 – 52,534 miles
  • 2017 – 49,221 miles
  • 2016 – 44,760 miles
  • 2015 – 40,480 miles
  • 2014 – 35,552 miles
  • 2013 – 32,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,241 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    76,241 miles
    Test number
    947379904211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail76,241 miles (+4,446)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,241 miles
    Test number
    940409451657
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended does not retract (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass71,795 miles (+3,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    71,795 miles
    Test number
    827130014556
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass68,738 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    68,738 miles
    Test number
    537349731747
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail68,738 miles (+2,389)2 dangerous1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,738 miles
    Test number
    966298982643
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear most arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass66,349 miles (+3,033)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    66,349 miles
    Test number
    685620144792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted/scored om inner facing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  7. Pass63,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    63,316 miles
    Test number
    297291358736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail63,316 miles (+2,478)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,316 miles
    Test number
    441270487245
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass60,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    60,838 miles
    Test number
    789982121274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,838 miles (+2,262)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,838 miles
    Test number
    785324023691
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass58,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    58,576 miles
    Test number
    790369291848
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.82mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail58,576 miles (+2,741)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,576 miles
    Test number
    647470585341
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.82mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass55,835 miles (+3,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    55,835 miles
    Test number
    125005966949
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

  14. Pass52,534 miles (+3,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,534 miles
    Test number
    433062229799
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted stopping full inspection

  15. Pass49,221 miles (+4,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,221 miles
    Test number
    238478312189
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

  16. Pass44,760 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,760 miles
    Test number
    774531034747
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

  17. Fail44,760 miles (+4,280)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,760 miles
    Test number
    556036269501
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

  18. Fail40,480 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,480 miles
    Test number
    158924375194
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs pitted slightly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread low/perished/has deep cuts in tread pattern

  19. Pass40,480 miles (+4,928)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,480 miles
    Test number
    279304675162
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs pitted slightly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread low/perished/has deep cuts in tread pattern

  20. Pass35,552 miles (+3,020)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,552 miles
    Test number
    726692864110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly pitted
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to outer sidewall

  21. Fail32,532 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,532 miles
    Test number
    969881153103
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass32,532 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,532 miles
    Test number
    995711553182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about S23 LUF

Does S23 LUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 LUF is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 LUF?
The MOT on S23 LUF is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 LUF done?
S23 LUF was recorded at 76,241 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 3,336 miles a year.
Has S23 LUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 LUF has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S23 LUF 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 S23 LUF find?
S23 LUF passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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