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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,839 cc

J9 MKGMOT history

J9 MKG is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 27 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2024.

J9 MKG silver 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 15 May 2024
Mileage
113,956 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 MKG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

J9 MKG was last recorded at 113,956 miles on 18 Apr 2024, 825 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,131 miles · 11 May 2023
Between the last two tests
825 miles
Average per year
5,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,956 miles
  • 2023 – 113,131 miles
  • 2022 – 111,487 miles
  • 2021 – 108,980 miles
  • 2018 – 108,777 miles
  • 2017 – 94,617 miles
  • 2016 – 79,008 miles
  • 2015 – 62,891 miles
  • 2014 – 61,460 miles
  • 2013 – 58,281 miles
  • 2012 – 54,298 miles
  • 2011 – 48,128 miles
  • 2010 – 43,198 miles
  • 2009 – 38,391 miles
  • 2008 – 28,930 miles
  • 2007 – 20,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,956 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded not likely to cause injury
  • AdvisoryCorrosion across suspension components

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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension components corroded but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,956 miles (+825)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,956 miles
    Test number
    148139263616
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across suspension components

  2. Pass113,131 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    113,131 miles
    Test number
    104139295682
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not excessive

  3. Fail113,131 miles (+1,644)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,131 miles
    Test number
    608770588056
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired end of sill and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired end of sill and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not excessive

  4. Pass111,487 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    111,487 miles
    Test number
    135515915229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail111,457 miles (+2,477)2 dangerous6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,457 miles
    Test number
    308641492487
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill has filler (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill has filler (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  6. Pass108,980 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    108,980 miles
    Test number
    936977187357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,777 miles (+27)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,777 miles
    Test number
    467470327848
    • MinorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail108,750 miles (+14,133)2 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,750 miles
    Test number
    993832159267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across sub frame (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass94,617 miles (+359)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,617 miles
    Test number
    309075348137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel, BORDERLINE (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill edge, o/s and n/s (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in general on front and rear suspension components

  10. Fail94,258 miles (+15,250)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,258 miles
    Test number
    337836971609
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel, BORDERLINE (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill edge, o/s and n/s (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in general on front and rear suspension components

  11. Pass79,008 miles (+16,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,008 miles
    Test number
    798054744837
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205 45 16 (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass62,891 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,891 miles
    Test number
    261079861044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,843 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,843 miles
    Test number
    397179415435
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail62,843 miles (+1,383)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,843 miles
    Test number
    455189815248
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass61,460 miles (+3,179)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    61,460 miles
    Test number
    306978224469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,281 miles (+3,983)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,281 miles
    Test number
    498836823261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,298 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,298 miles
    Test number
    385486022446
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass54,298 miles (+6,170)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,298 miles
    Test number
    619836822245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,128 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,128 miles
    Test number
    587388021239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,198 miles (+4,807)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,198 miles
    Test number
    953265720278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,391 miles (+9,461)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,391 miles
    Test number
    500689129280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,930 miles (+8,244)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,930 miles
    Test number
    751289788100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,686 miles
    Test number
    672142407289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 MKG

Does J9 MKG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 MKG expired on 15 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 MKG?
The MOT on J9 MKG expired on 15 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 MKG done?
J9 MKG was recorded at 113,956 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2024, an average of 5,570 miles a year.
Has J9 MKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 MKG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on J9 MKG 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 MKG find?
J9 MKG failed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2024 with 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 6 more.

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