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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2010 · 1,798 cc

J9 LYTMOT history

J9 LYT is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 65,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

J9 LYT blue 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 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
65,985 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 LYT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 LYT was last recorded at 65,985 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 239 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,746 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
239 miles
Average per year
3,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,985 miles
  • 2025 – 57,188 miles
  • 2024 – 57,136 miles
  • 2022 – 55,755 miles
  • 2020 – 54,099 miles
  • 2019 – 52,139 miles
  • 2018 – 48,596 miles
  • 2017 – 45,885 miles
  • 2016 – 40,360 miles
  • 2015 – 33,783 miles
  • 2014 – 30,565 miles
  • 2013 – 25,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,985 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,985 miles (+239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    65,985 miles
    Test number
    105618595475
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail65,746 miles (+8,558)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,746 miles
    Test number
    597751031914
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened tie bars to axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass57,188 miles (+52)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    57,188 miles
    Test number
    117806907113
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame support (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass57,136 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    57,136 miles
    Test number
    418556679027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,755 miles (+1,656)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    55,755 miles
    Test number
    283528076836
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass54,099 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    54,099 miles
    Test number
    917378519282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  7. Fail54,097 miles (+1,958)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,097 miles
    Test number
    538026578374
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  8. Pass52,139 miles (+3,543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,139 miles
    Test number
    641451909445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass48,596 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    48,596 miles
    Test number
    502700837332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,594 miles (+2,709)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,594 miles
    Test number
    312858771783
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass45,885 miles (+5,525)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    45,885 miles
    Test number
    885757538060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,360 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    40,360 miles
    Test number
    341277733467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing low and cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low and cracked and perished

  13. Fail40,360 miles (+6,577)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,360 miles
    Test number
    919258976572
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing low and cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low and cracked and perished

  14. Pass33,783 miles (+3,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,783 miles
    Test number
    914269870772
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to crack

  15. Pass30,565 miles (+4,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,565 miles
    Test number
    909848524388
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass25,910 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    25,910 miles
    Test number
    505496223321
    • NoteNearside front tyre has outer wall damage.No cord showing.

Questions about J9 LYT

Does J9 LYT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 LYT is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 LYT?
The MOT on J9 LYT is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 LYT done?
J9 LYT was recorded at 65,985 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,243 miles a year.
Has J9 LYT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 LYT has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 LYT 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 J9 LYT find?
J9 LYT passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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