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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,839 cc

G17 JOWMOT history

G17 JOW is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 9 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 147,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

G17 JOW silver 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 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
147,978 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G17 JOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
9 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G17 JOW was last recorded at 147,978 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 11,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Sept 2013: 111,216 miles, lower than 111,733 miles on 15 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,376 miles · 20 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,602 miles
Average per year
4,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,978 miles
  • 2025 – 136,376 miles
  • 2024 – 135,326 miles
  • 2023 – 132,519 miles
  • 2021 – 131,494 miles
  • 2020 – 130,700 miles
  • 2019 – 129,432 miles
  • 2018 – 126,883 miles
  • 2017 – 124,181 miles
  • 2016 – 120,189 miles
  • 2015 – 114,117 miles
  • 2013 – 111,216 miles
  • 2012 – 103,175 miles
  • 2011 – 89,707 miles
  • 2010 – 83,261 miles
  • 2009 – 75,093 miles
  • 2008 – 66,158 miles
  • 2007 – 56,435 miles
  • 2006 – 46,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,978 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,978 miles (+11,602)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    147,978 miles
    Test number
    112341305475
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass136,376 miles (+1,050)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    136,376 miles
    Test number
    339703669952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass135,326 miles (+2,807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    135,326 miles
    Test number
    494741069112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass132,519 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    132,519 miles
    Test number
    158336480442
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail132,514 miles (+1,020)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,514 miles
    Test number
    325533099025
    • DangerousBrake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass131,494 miles (+794)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    131,494 miles
    Test number
    279490526398
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass130,700 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    130,700 miles
    Test number
    385722385645
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail130,696 miles (+1,264)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,696 miles
    Test number
    593366685555
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Body component insecure sill panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill panel and wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play insecure (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass129,432 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,432 miles
    Test number
    133114176991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail129,427 miles (+2,544)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,427 miles
    Test number
    491093963570
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass126,883 miles (+2,702)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    126,883 miles
    Test number
    141696049411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg has corrosion (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel has corrosion (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg has corrosion (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel has corrosion (5.2.6)

  12. Pass124,181 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    124,181 miles
    Test number
    416495981601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail in front of subframe (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail in front of subframe (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all front upper and lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres are perishing

  13. Fail124,181 miles (+3,992)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,181 miles
    Test number
    798765515249
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail in front of subframe (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail in front of subframe (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all front upper and lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres are perishing

  14. Pass120,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    120,189 miles
    Test number
    741566502183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail120,189 miles (+6,072)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,189 miles
    Test number
    851934667151
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass114,117 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    114,117 miles
    Test number
    758990505109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail114,094 miles (+2,878)8 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,094 miles
    Test number
    496080205198
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass111,216 miles (-517)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    111,216 miles
    Test number
    589316453253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,733 miles (+8,558)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,733 miles
    Test number
    227496993467
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to all suspension arms
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to exhaust system (temp repair for emissions)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteAll suspension ball joint dust covers deteriorating
    • NoteBoth n/s wheel rims distorted
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to subframes and components
    • NoteSome corrosion to inner sills and floor pans

  20. Pass103,175 miles13 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,175 miles
    Test number
    618400462106
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear subframe and all components
    • NoteAll top and bottom ball joint boots deteriorating
    • NoteBoth front antiroll bar link dust covers deteriorating
    • NoteBrake fluid close to lower limits
    • NoteCatalytic converter weak operation
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear inner and outer sills
    • NoteCorrosion to front subframe and components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn close to service limits
    • NoteFront brake pads 50%
    • NoteRear brake discs worn and corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteSome distortion to n/s/f inner wheel rim and curb damage to outer rim
    • NoteSome freeplay to n/s track rod end

  21. Fail103,175 miles (+13,468)4 repaired13 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,175 miles
    Test number
    667630262170
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear subframe and all components
    • NoteAll top and bottom ball joint boots deteriorating
    • NoteBoth front antiroll bar link dust covers deteriorating
    • NoteBrake fluid close to lower limits
    • NoteCatalytic converter weak operation
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear inner and outer sills
    • NoteCorrosion to front subframe and components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn close to service limits
    • NoteFront brake pads 50%
    • NoteRear brake discs worn and corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteSome distortion to n/s/f inner wheel rim and curb damage to outer rim
    • NoteSome freeplay to n/s track rod end

  22. Pass89,707 miles1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,707 miles
    Test number
    237899251141
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to front subframe and components
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear subframe and components
    • NoteBrake pedal pad wearing
    • NoteCorrosion forming in both outer sills
    • NoteMetal brake pipes corroding
    • NoteO/s/ headlamp pattern poor
    • NoteO/s/ parking brake low effort
    • NoteSome corrosion and light scoring to rear discs

  23. Fail89,707 miles (+6,446)2 repaired1 advisory8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,707 miles
    Test number
    749049451115
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to front subframe and components
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear subframe and components
    • NoteBrake pedal pad wearing
    • NoteCorrosion forming in both outer sills
    • NoteMetal brake pipes corroding
    • NoteO/s/ headlamp pattern poor
    • NoteO/s/ parking brake low effort
    • NoteSome corrosion and light scoring to rear discs

  24. Pass83,261 miles (+8,168)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,261 miles
    Test number
    161780230138
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • NoteSlight blow centre exhaust joint

  25. Pass75,093 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    75,093 miles
    Test number
    273210849439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,970 miles (+8,812)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,970 miles
    Test number
    214353539414
    • FailureNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  27. Pass66,158 miles (+9,723)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,158 miles
    Test number
    224474548138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,435 miles (+9,845)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,435 miles
    Test number
    363984427172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass46,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,590 miles
    Test number
    133046836121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G17 JOW

Does G17 JOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G17 JOW is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on G17 JOW?
The MOT on G17 JOW is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G17 JOW done?
G17 JOW was recorded at 147,978 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 4,984 miles a year.
Has G17 JOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G17 JOW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on G17 JOW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on G17 JOW find?
G17 JOW passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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