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Mazda MX-5

Yellow · Petrol · 2002 · 1,840 cc

J9 DSHMOT history

J9 DSH is a yellow petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 24 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 117,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

J9 DSH yellow Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
117,162 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 DSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

J9 DSH was last recorded at 117,162 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 1,638 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2007: 42,701 miles, lower than 46,518 miles on 1 Jun 2007.

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
115,524 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,638 miles
Average per year
3,803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,162 miles
  • 2025 – 115,524 miles
  • 2024 – 112,798 miles
  • 2023 – 110,083 miles
  • 2022 – 104,708 miles
  • 2021 – 95,644 miles
  • 2020 – 88,631 miles
  • 2019 – 86,229 miles
  • 2018 – 83,329 miles
  • 2017 – 81,955 miles
  • 2016 – 80,714 miles
  • 2015 – 76,988 miles
  • 2014 – 75,215 miles
  • 2013 – 73,350 miles
  • 2012 – 71,364 miles
  • 2011 – 68,395 miles
  • 2010 – 66,303 miles
  • 2009 – 61,049 miles
  • 2008 – 55,500 miles
  • 2007 – 42,701 miles
  • 2006 – 40,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,162 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center and rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,162 miles (+1,638)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,162 miles
    Test number
    749112961817
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass115,524 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,524 miles
    Test number
    470573883173
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail115,524 miles (+2,726)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,524 miles
    Test number
    565905658380
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass112,798 miles (+2,715)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    112,798 miles
    Test number
    853943681524
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding

  5. Pass110,083 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    110,083 miles
    Test number
    842804947640
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (engine) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding

  6. Fail110,083 miles (+5,375)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,083 miles
    Test number
    982789316571
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (engine) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding

  7. Pass104,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    104,708 miles
    Test number
    554775688971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail104,708 miles (+9,064)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,708 miles
    Test number
    730503819147
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass95,644 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    95,644 miles
    Test number
    134118275361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,625 miles (+6,994)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,625 miles
    Test number
    727350248158
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,631 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    88,631 miles
    Test number
    221886623264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,630 miles (+2,401)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,630 miles
    Test number
    174979519637
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass86,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    86,229 miles
    Test number
    387531966024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,229 miles (+2,900)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,229 miles
    Test number
    404525615604
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass83,329 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    83,329 miles
    Test number
    658221232047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,323 miles (+1,368)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,323 miles
    Test number
    849632712150
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  17. Pass81,955 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,955 miles
    Test number
    252961346682
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper & lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper & lower (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail81,955 miles (+1,241)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,955 miles
    Test number
    630266316265
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper & lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper & lower (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass80,714 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,714 miles
    Test number
    412566874146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,988 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    76,988 miles
    Test number
    789608305231
    • NoteFront ball joint dust covers deteriorated
    • NoteFront chassis legs corroded
    • NoteRear centre brake pipe corroded

  21. Fail76,987 miles (+1,772)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,987 miles
    Test number
    265934605275
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront ball joint dust covers deteriorated
    • NoteFront chassis legs corroded
    • NoteRear centre brake pipe corroded

  22. Pass75,215 miles (+1,865)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,215 miles
    Test number
    159896304238
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre inner side wall has a small split
    • NoteSlight damage n/s/r light lens

  23. Pass73,350 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    73,350 miles
    Test number
    276813213281
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSills full of water
    • NoteVarious areas of corrosion
    • NoteVarious steering and suspension bushes/gaiters perished/cracked

  24. Fail73,350 miles (+1,986)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,350 miles
    Test number
    828003813267
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSills full of water
    • NoteVarious areas of corrosion
    • NoteVarious steering and suspension bushes/gaiters perished/cracked

  25. Pass71,364 miles (+2,969)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,364 miles
    Test number
    176620212221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,395 miles (+2,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    68,395 miles
    Test number
    169469701274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass66,303 miles (+5,254)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,303 miles
    Test number
    950414510276
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and pads wearing thin.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on edges.
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill corroding.

  28. Pass61,049 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,049 miles
    Test number
    991279029262
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn to limit in tread centre.
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin.

  29. Fail61,049 miles (+5,549)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,049 miles
    Test number
    850519629209
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn to limit in tread centre.
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin.

  30. Pass55,500 miles (+12,799)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    55,500 miles
    Test number
    142594328222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail42,701 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,701 miles
    Test number
    314050907252
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass42,701 miles (-3,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    42,701 miles
    Test number
    843940507215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Fail46,518 miles (+6,518)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,518 miles
    Test number
    244862957438
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass40,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,000 miles
    Test number
    511184186153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail40,000 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,000 miles
    Test number
    782944686161
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about J9 DSH

Does J9 DSH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 DSH expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 DSH?
The MOT on J9 DSH expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 DSH done?
J9 DSH was recorded at 117,162 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 3,803 miles a year.
Has J9 DSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 DSH has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 DSH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jul 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J9 DSH find?
J9 DSH failed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 8 major defects: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center and rear, and 6 more.

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