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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y11 LYNMOT history

Y11 LYN is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 59,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

Y11 LYN red 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 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
59,961 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y11 LYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y11 LYN was last recorded at 59,961 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 2,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,094 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,867 miles
Average per year
2,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 59,961 miles
  • 2024 – 57,094 miles
  • 2023 – 55,020 miles
  • 2022 – 53,288 miles
  • 2021 – 51,769 miles
  • 2020 – 49,365 miles
  • 2019 – 48,489 miles
  • 2018 – 46,426 miles
  • 2017 – 43,708 miles
  • 2016 – 40,622 miles
  • 2015 – 38,423 miles
  • 2014 – 36,331 miles
  • 2013 – 34,622 miles
  • 2012 – 33,043 miles
  • 2011 – 29,763 miles
  • 2010 – 27,554 miles
  • 2009 – 26,411 miles
  • 2008 – 24,705 miles
  • 2007 – 23,238 miles
  • 2006 – 19,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,961 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,961 miles (+2,867)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    59,961 miles
    Test number
    527753674899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  2. Pass57,094 miles (+2,074)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,094 miles
    Test number
    505558306795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive center outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front and rear arms,upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass55,020 miles (+19)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    55,020 miles
    Test number
    738020038391
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail55,001 miles (+1,713)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,001 miles
    Test number
    540446104626
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass53,288 miles (+1,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    53,288 miles
    Test number
    538694473577
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s/f chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  6. Pass51,769 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    51,769 miles
    Test number
    749639439657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,365 miles (+876)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,365 miles
    Test number
    530294857412
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (l))

  8. Pass48,489 miles (+2,063)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,489 miles
    Test number
    946287368010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,426 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,426 miles
    Test number
    155351543781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,708 miles (+3,086)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    43,708 miles
    Test number
    574170076656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,622 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    40,622 miles
    Test number
    849764004572
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill x 2 (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail40,621 miles (+2,198)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,621 miles
    Test number
    874400425882
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill x 2 (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass38,423 miles (+2,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,423 miles
    Test number
    784729917710
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear lower (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass36,331 miles (+1,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,331 miles
    Test number
    897136414311
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass34,622 miles (+1,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,622 miles
    Test number
    659927513362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass33,043 miles (+3,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,043 miles
    Test number
    396877812371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass29,763 miles (+646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    29,763 miles
    Test number
    545208611330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass29,117 miles (+1,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,117 miles
    Test number
    299874281013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass27,554 miles (+1,143)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,554 miles
    Test number
    312012880072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,411 miles (+1,706)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,411 miles
    Test number
    812902989086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,705 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,705 miles
    Test number
    133555188090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,238 miles (+3,284)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,238 miles
    Test number
    410442187001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,954 miles
    Test number
    131583986439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,954 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,954 miles
    Test number
    701603286025
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y11 LYN

Does Y11 LYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y11 LYN is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y11 LYN?
The MOT on Y11 LYN is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y11 LYN done?
Y11 LYN was recorded at 59,961 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 2,040 miles a year.
Has Y11 LYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y11 LYN has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y11 LYN 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 Y11 LYN find?
Y11 LYN passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s outer sills; front and rear suspension components corroded.

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