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Mazda 2

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,349 cc

J8 KMJMOT history

J8 KMJ is a black petrol Mazda 2 first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

J8 KMJ black Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
123,148 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 KMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,349 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 KMJ was last recorded at 123,148 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 2,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,784 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,364 miles
Average per year
6,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,148 miles
  • 2025 – 120,784 miles
  • 2024 – 115,397 miles
  • 2023 – 108,990 miles
  • 2022 – 99,344 miles
  • 2019 – 90,606 miles
  • 2018 – 83,412 miles
  • 2017 – 72,848 miles
  • 2016 – 64,315 miles
  • 2015 – 59,590 miles
  • 2014 – 53,532 miles
  • 2013 – 49,392 miles
  • 2012 – 42,881 miles
  • 2011 – 32,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,148 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth beam patterns weak
  • AdvisoryGeneral underneath rusty
  • AdvisoryNsf tyre worn on edges
  • AdvisorySlight play rack

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,148 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    123,148 miles
    Test number
    236275359464
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryGeneral underneath rusty
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisorySlight play rack

  2. Fail123,148 miles (+2,364)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,148 miles
    Test number
    752609907454
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryGeneral underneath rusty
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisorySlight play rack

  3. Pass120,784 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    120,784 miles
    Test number
    493368571925
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail120,784 miles (+5,387)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,784 miles
    Test number
    553192057322
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass115,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,397 miles
    Test number
    627435335116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail115,397 miles (+6,407)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,397 miles
    Test number
    394247719945
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass108,990 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,990 miles
    Test number
    573174885479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail108,946 miles (+9,602)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,946 miles
    Test number
    331910845732
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass99,344 miles (+8,738)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,344 miles
    Test number
    320897003800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,606 miles (+7,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,606 miles
    Test number
    969398301293
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lense cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth front windscreen wipers smearing

  11. Pass83,412 miles (+10,564)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,412 miles
    Test number
    812157315375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    72,848 miles
    Test number
    641145340543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,846 miles (+8,531)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,846 miles
    Test number
    261325904763
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass64,315 miles (+4,725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,315 miles
    Test number
    591049794671
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing on windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass59,590 miles (+6,058)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,590 miles
    Test number
    727422815154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,532 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,532 miles
    Test number
    235424114408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,525 miles (+4,133)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,525 miles
    Test number
    659713914195
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,392 miles (+6,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,392 miles
    Test number
    798863963115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass42,881 miles (+10,124)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,881 miles
    Test number
    977370982109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,757 miles
    Test number
    129110891158
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail32,757 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,757 miles
    Test number
    877170091181
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about J8 KMJ

Does J8 KMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 KMJ is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 KMJ?
The MOT on J8 KMJ is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 KMJ done?
J8 KMJ was recorded at 123,148 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 6,206 miles a year.
Has J8 KMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 KMJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 KMJ 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 J8 KMJ find?
J8 KMJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both beam patterns weak; general underneath rusty, and 2 more.

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