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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,840 cc

A15 JXMMOT history

A15 JXM is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 96,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

A15 JXM green 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 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
96,895 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A15 JXM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

A15 JXM was last recorded at 96,895 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,036 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
859 miles
Average per year
3,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,895 miles
  • 2024 – 96,036 miles
  • 2023 – 95,549 miles
  • 2022 – 94,433 miles
  • 2021 – 93,338 miles
  • 2020 – 92,798 miles
  • 2019 – 90,489 miles
  • 2018 – 89,074 miles
  • 2017 – 86,261 miles
  • 2016 – 83,054 miles
  • 2015 – 81,726 miles
  • 2014 – 81,678 miles
  • 2013 – 75,089 miles
  • 2012 – 68,841 miles
  • 2011 – 62,149 miles
  • 2010 – 55,379 miles
  • 2009 – 48,196 miles
  • 2008 – 43,134 miles
  • 2007 – 38,194 miles
  • 2006 – 32,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,895 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower fronts (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front chassis in front wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front wings corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,895 miles (+859)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    96,895 miles
    Test number
    151594706480
    • MinorFront Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower fronts (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front chassis in front wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass96,036 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,036 miles
    Test number
    554736238142
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious vehicle components corroded

  3. Fail96,028 miles (+479)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,028 miles
    Test number
    556701506302
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer sills corroding
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  4. Pass95,549 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    95,549 miles
    Test number
    283337519452
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED,BUT NOT YET EXCESSIVE.
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,549 miles (+47)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,549 miles
    Test number
    925806753023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED,BUT NOT YET EXCESSIVE.
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail95,502 miles (+1,069)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,502 miles
    Test number
    636009545196
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED,NOT YET EXCESSIVE.
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass94,433 miles (+1,095)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    94,433 miles
    Test number
    485710148673
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner and outer sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious front and rear suspension components corroded

  8. Pass93,338 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    93,338 miles
    Test number
    646620695132
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded

  9. Fail93,338 miles (+540)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,338 miles
    Test number
    353153617550
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wings corroded

  10. Pass92,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,798 miles
    Test number
    274013593619
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  11. Fail92,798 miles (+2,309)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,798 miles
    Test number
    205721964392
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  12. Pass90,489 miles (+1,415)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,489 miles
    Test number
    194503049797
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight smear on nsf wiper blad
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass89,074 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,074 miles
    Test number
    510453590440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

  14. Fail89,074 miles (+2,813)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,074 miles
    Test number
    801316248186
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

  15. Pass86,261 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,261 miles
    Test number
    364751154503
    • AdvisoryALL STEERING AND SUSPENSION BOOTS BEGINING TO PERISH
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion WHOLE UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE / BODY AND COMPONENTS VERY SCABBY SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin REAR PADS LOW 2 MM (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded ALL PIPES POOR IN PLACES WHERE EXPOSED FROM PLASTIC COVERINGS (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit NEARSIDE FRONT 3MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT DISCS CORRODED (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened REAR DISCS CORROED SCORED AND LIPPED (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail86,261 miles (+3,207)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,261 miles
    Test number
    234884054619
    • FailureCoil spring broken NEARSIDE REAR (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryALL STEERING AND SUSPENSION BOOTS BEGINING TO PERISH
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion WHOLE UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE / BODY AND COMPONENTS VERY SCABBY SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin REAR PADS LOW 2 MM (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded ALL PIPES POOR IN PLACES WHERE EXPOSED FROM PLASTIC COVERINGS (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit NEARSIDE FRONT 3MM (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT DISCS CORRODED (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened REAR DISCS CORROED SCORED AND LIPPED (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass83,054 miles (+1,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    83,054 miles
    Test number
    627617858615
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass81,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,726 miles
    Test number
    455534185170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,726 miles (+48)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,726 miles
    Test number
    937814485148
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass81,678 miles (+16)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,678 miles
    Test number
    609644474138
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail81,662 miles (+6,573)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,662 miles
    Test number
    327482234144
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass75,089 miles (+6,248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,089 miles
    Test number
    748449723174
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass68,841 miles (+6,692)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    68,841 miles
    Test number
    426080432171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NoteSlight damage front bumper

  24. Pass62,149 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,149 miles
    Test number
    516245721140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads worn
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight damage nearside front

  25. Fail62,149 miles (+6,770)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,149 miles
    Test number
    365805121193
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads worn
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight damage nearside front

  26. Pass55,379 miles (+7,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    55,379 miles
    Test number
    332790330150
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass48,196 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    633264139173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,194 miles (+5,060)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,194 miles
    Test number
    293833139447
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass43,134 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,134 miles
    Test number
    260783938419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass38,194 miles (+6,077)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,194 miles
    Test number
    890565837171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass32,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,117 miles
    Test number
    462908826117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A15 JXM

Does A15 JXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A15 JXM is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on A15 JXM?
The MOT on A15 JXM is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A15 JXM done?
A15 JXM was recorded at 96,895 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 3,310 miles a year.
Has A15 JXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A15 JXM has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on A15 JXM 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 A15 JXM find?
A15 JXM passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front outer suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower fronts; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded, and 1 more.

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