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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

V17 LOLMOT history

V17 LOL is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 115,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

V17 LOL red 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 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
115,412 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,416 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V17 LOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V17 LOL was last recorded at 115,412 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 3,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,986 miles · 14 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,426 miles
Average per year
3,416 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,412 miles
  • 2024 – 111,986 miles
  • 2023 – 108,589 miles
  • 2022 – 102,343 miles
  • 2021 – 97,472 miles
  • 2018 – 94,650 miles
  • 2017 – 92,783 miles
  • 2016 – 90,566 miles
  • 2015 – 89,157 miles
  • 2014 – 87,293 miles
  • 2013 – 81,086 miles
  • 2012 – 78,164 miles
  • 2011 – 74,643 miles
  • 2010 – 70,158 miles
  • 2009 – 66,100 miles
  • 2008 – 59,525 miles
  • 2007 – 55,083 miles
  • 2006 – 49,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,412 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,412 miles (+3,426)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,412 miles
    Test number
    970960555431
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass111,986 miles (+3,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,986 miles
    Test number
    641190358337
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,589 miles (+17)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,589 miles
    Test number
    608614840250
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective And offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail108,572 miles (+6,229)9 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,572 miles
    Test number
    241810141819
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryMIL does not illuminate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch slave cylinder leaking

  5. Pass102,343 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,343 miles
    Test number
    667317348388
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail102,291 miles (+4,819)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,291 miles
    Test number
    363114037271
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,472 miles (+2,822)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    97,472 miles
    Test number
    993680082245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,650 miles (+1,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,650 miles
    Test number
    847749956139
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust corroded

  9. Pass92,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,783 miles
    Test number
    488963856474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,783 miles (+2,217)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,783 miles
    Test number
    870903761788
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

  11. Pass90,566 miles (+1,409)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    90,566 miles
    Test number
    483316365401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,157 miles (+1,864)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,157 miles
    Test number
    685482295027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,293 miles (+6,207)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    87,293 miles
    Test number
    109717584493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,086 miles (+2,922)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    81,086 miles
    Test number
    168920873400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,164 miles
    Test number
    477926582073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,164 miles (+3,521)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,164 miles
    Test number
    918036682007
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  17. Pass74,643 miles (+4,485)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    74,643 miles
    Test number
    436804191095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,158 miles (+4,058)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,158 miles
    Test number
    794414880076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,100 miles (+6,575)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,100 miles
    Test number
    423812689074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,525 miles (+4,442)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,525 miles
    Test number
    183271378097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,083 miles (+5,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    55,083 miles
    Test number
    302791837073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass49,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,215 miles
    Test number
    910186886096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V17 LOL

Does V17 LOL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V17 LOL expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V17 LOL?
The MOT on V17 LOL expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V17 LOL done?
V17 LOL was recorded at 115,412 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 3,416 miles a year.
Has V17 LOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V17 LOL has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on V17 LOL 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 V17 LOL find?
V17 LOL passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with 7 advisories: coolant leak; front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front arms both sides; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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