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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1991 · 1,597 cc

H5 JWBMOT history

H5 JWB is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Mar 1991. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 107,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

H5 JWB 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 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
107,218 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H5 JWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
30 Mar 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H5 JWB was last recorded at 107,218 miles on 29 May 2026, 1,945 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,273 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,945 miles
Average per year
517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,218 miles
  • 2025 – 105,273 miles
  • 2023 – 104,877 miles
  • 2022 – 104,586 miles
  • 2021 – 104,052 miles
  • 2020 – 103,305 miles
  • 2019 – 102,887 miles
  • 2018 – 102,233 miles
  • 2017 – 101,605 miles
  • 2016 – 100,891 miles
  • 2015 – 100,054 miles
  • 2014 – 98,434 miles
  • 2013 – 97,528 miles
  • 2012 – 97,424 miles
  • 2011 – 97,198 miles
  • 2010 – 97,172 miles
  • 2009 – 97,155 miles
  • 2008 – 97,134 miles
  • 2007 – 97,053 miles
  • 2006 – 96,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,218 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,218 miles (+1,945)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    107,218 miles
    Test number
    181272629835
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,273 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    105,273 miles
    Test number
    943507096667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail105,262 miles (+385)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,262 miles
    Test number
    420470474903
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

  4. Pass104,877 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    104,877 miles
    Test number
    289383206083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail104,877 miles (+291)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,877 miles
    Test number
    143352946843
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass104,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    104,586 miles
    Test number
    342404323399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail104,586 miles (+534)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,586 miles
    Test number
    475843355327
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass104,052 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    104,052 miles
    Test number
    702170051083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail104,052 miles (+747)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,052 miles
    Test number
    677987070232
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass103,305 miles (+418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    103,305 miles
    Test number
    708398624669
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass102,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    102,887 miles
    Test number
    489283679930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,887 miles (+654)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,887 miles
    Test number
    936992848194
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass102,233 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    628657274197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    101,605 miles
    Test number
    550907578561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,605 miles (+714)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,605 miles
    Test number
    198997257313
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass100,891 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    100,891 miles
    Test number
    548015069363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,054 miles (+1,620)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    100,054 miles
    Test number
    275012915200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,434 miles (+906)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    98,434 miles
    Test number
    287447694186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,528 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    97,528 miles
    Test number
    787310293118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,424 miles (+226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    97,424 miles
    Test number
    637585492148
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass97,198 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,198 miles
    Test number
    699470001257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,172 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    97,172 miles
    Test number
    694583300226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass97,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    97,155 miles
    Test number
    261527519215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail97,155 miles (+21)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,155 miles
    Test number
    172736919216
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass97,134 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    97,134 miles
    Test number
    260677468077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail97,126 miles (+73)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,126 miles
    Test number
    823717258043
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  27. Pass97,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    97,053 miles
    Test number
    723500967014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail97,053 miles (+242)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,053 miles
    Test number
    481150167023
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  29. Pass96,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    96,811 miles
    Test number
    961415496054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H5 JWB

Does H5 JWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H5 JWB is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on H5 JWB?
The MOT on H5 JWB is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H5 JWB done?
H5 JWB was recorded at 107,218 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 517 miles a year.
Has H5 JWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H5 JWB has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on H5 JWB 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 H5 JWB find?
H5 JWB passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier.

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