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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T52 LDAMOT history

T52 LDA is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
74,679 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T52 LDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T52 LDA was last recorded at 74,679 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,678 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,679 miles
  • 2024 – 74,461 miles
  • 2023 – 71,714 miles
  • 2022 – 68,076 miles
  • 2021 – 64,897 miles
  • 2020 – 60,704 miles
  • 2019 – 57,054 miles
  • 2018 – 54,038 miles
  • 2017 – 49,255 miles
  • 2016 – 48,168 miles
  • 2015 – 47,169 miles
  • 2014 – 44,153 miles
  • 2013 – 41,404 miles
  • 2012 – 40,725 miles
  • 2011 – 39,804 miles
  • 2010 – 39,202 miles
  • 2009 – 38,760 miles
  • 2008 – 38,552 miles
  • 2007 – 37,289 miles
  • 2006 – 33,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,679 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,679 miles (+1)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    74,679 miles
    Test number
    650689490001
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail74,678 miles (+217)4 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,678 miles
    Test number
    985050825192
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass74,461 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,461 miles
    Test number
    899450901582
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail74,461 miles (+2,747)3 repaired4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,461 miles
    Test number
    951535854256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass71,714 miles (+3,638)6 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    71,714 miles
    Test number
    921415077642
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all 4 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all 4 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,076 miles (+52)8 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,076 miles
    Test number
    733522661009
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail68,024 miles (+3,127)6 major8 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,024 miles
    Test number
    135832054027
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,897 miles (+4,193)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    64,897 miles
    Test number
    583130309659
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,704 miles (+3,650)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    60,704 miles
    Test number
    662907613059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,054 miles (+3,016)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,054 miles
    Test number
    628846227632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,038 miles (+4,783)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    628883182129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,255 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,255 miles
    Test number
    906478964872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,168 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,168 miles
    Test number
    682090411373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,169 miles (+3,016)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,169 miles
    Test number
    388120885056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,153 miles (+2,749)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,153 miles
    Test number
    509458684005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,404 miles (+679)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    41,404 miles
    Test number
    218886293005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,725 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,725 miles
    Test number
    527797372063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,804 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,804 miles
    Test number
    319211371046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,202 miles (+442)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,202 miles
    Test number
    194622270045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,760 miles (+208)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,760 miles
    Test number
    114647789023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,552 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,552 miles
    Test number
    312699488075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,289 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,289 miles
    Test number
    131465377450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,219 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,219 miles
    Test number
    812281096032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T52 LDA

Does T52 LDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T52 LDA is valid until 16 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T52 LDA?
The MOT on T52 LDA is valid until 16 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T52 LDA done?
T52 LDA was recorded at 74,679 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 2,121 miles a year.
Has T52 LDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T52 LDA has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T52 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 T52 LDA find?
T52 LDA passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower, and 5 more.

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