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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y252 LNBMOT history

Y252 LNB is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 127,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

Y252 LNB 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 11 May 2027
Mileage
127,639 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 LNB
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
31 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 LNB was last recorded at 127,639 miles on 11 May 2026, 352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,287 miles · 4 May 2026
Between the last two tests
352 miles
Average per year
4,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,639 miles
  • 2025 – 123,401 miles
  • 2024 – 122,783 miles
  • 2023 – 122,764 miles
  • 2022 – 122,103 miles
  • 2021 – 121,235 miles
  • 2019 – 113,866 miles
  • 2018 – 112,544 miles
  • 2017 – 111,707 miles
  • 2016 – 109,435 miles
  • 2015 – 107,374 miles
  • 2014 – 106,220 miles
  • 2013 – 104,079 miles
  • 2012 – 97,923 miles
  • 2011 – 97,908 miles
  • 2010 – 91,639 miles
  • 2009 – 83,758 miles
  • 2008 – 70,800 miles
  • 2007 – 60,287 miles
  • 2006 – 45,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,639 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnder body under sealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDERSIDE HAS CORROSION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,639 miles (+352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    127,639 miles
    Test number
    132952804109
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed

  2. Fail127,287 miles (+3,886)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,287 miles
    Test number
    771262269644
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure exhaust hanger missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body under sealed

  3. Pass123,401 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    123,401 miles
    Test number
    875740981115
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDERSIDE HAS CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail123,378 miles (+595)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,378 miles
    Test number
    278055972469
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced NSR OUTER SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OFFSIDE REAR OUTER SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDERSIDE HAS CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass122,783 miles2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    122,783 miles
    Test number
    478133610694
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed not allowing full inspection

  6. Fail122,781 miles (+17)1 major2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,781 miles
    Test number
    116902092774
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed not allowing full inspection

  7. Fail122,764 miles (+661)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,764 miles
    Test number
    621725041417
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy underseal not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  8. Pass122,103 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,103 miles
    Test number
    420250021020
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail122,101 miles (+866)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,101 miles
    Test number
    592930566902
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass121,235 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    121,235 miles
    Test number
    394879013613
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES COVERED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES SLIGHT DAMAGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail121,233 miles (+7,367)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,233 miles
    Test number
    570194956743
    • MajorFront Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES COVERED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES SLIGHT DAMAGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass113,866 miles (+1,322)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,866 miles
    Test number
    646670102239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,544 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,544 miles
    Test number
    784641928401
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Fail112,472 miles (+765)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,472 miles
    Test number
    437641946839
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass111,707 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    111,707 miles
    Test number
    599430678867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail111,707 miles (+2,272)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,707 miles
    Test number
    751700660480
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass109,435 miles (+2,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,435 miles
    Test number
    640862286668
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass107,374 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,374 miles
    Test number
    115720615233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,220 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,220 miles
    Test number
    245815604218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail106,141 miles (+2,062)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,141 miles
    Test number
    776083504280
    • 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)

  21. Pass104,079 miles (+92)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,079 miles
    Test number
    717835203242
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail103,987 miles (+6,064)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,987 miles
    Test number
    696564003254
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass97,923 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    97,923 miles
    Test number
    256221142285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail97,923 miles (+15)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,923 miles
    Test number
    666411442275
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass97,908 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,908 miles
    Test number
    538585031226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are corroded on inner face

  26. Fail97,908 miles (+6,269)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,908 miles
    Test number
    739921031230
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are corroded on inner face

  27. Pass91,639 miles (+7,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    91,639 miles
    Test number
    912823300130
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail83,758 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,758 miles
    Test number
    450167009130
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass83,758 miles (+12,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    83,758 miles
    Test number
    721277809171
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass70,800 miles (+10,513)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    70,800 miles
    Test number
    203469908100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass60,287 miles (+15,013)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    60,287 miles
    Test number
    512491117113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass45,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,274 miles
    Test number
    612921216136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 LNB

Does Y252 LNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y252 LNB is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y252 LNB?
The MOT on Y252 LNB is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y252 LNB done?
Y252 LNB was recorded at 127,639 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 4,107 miles a year.
Has Y252 LNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 LNB has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y252 LNB 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 Y252 LNB find?
Y252 LNB passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust noisy; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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