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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 1,839 cc

L119 MJBMOT history

L119 MJB is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 10 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 237,803 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

L119 MJB 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 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
237,803 km
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,624 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L119 MJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
10 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L119 MJB was last recorded at 237,803 km on 2 Jun 2026, 3,623 km more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Aug 2015: 119,281 km, lower than 199,277 km on 20 Aug 2015.

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
234,180 km · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,623 km
Average per year
4,624 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,803 km
  • 2025 – 234,180 km
  • 2024 – 230,628 km
  • 2020 – 217,370 km
  • 2017 – 210,581 km
  • 2015 – 119,281 km
  • 2013 – 171,381 km
  • 2012 – 161,193 km
  • 2011 – 158,545 km
  • 2010 – 156,186 km
  • 2009 – 154,494 km
  • 2008 – 151,871 km
  • 2007 – 148,996 km
  • 2006 – 144,447 km
  • 2005 – 140,934 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,803 km
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,803 km (+3,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    237,803 km
    Test number
    669431266339
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass234,180 km (+3,552)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    234,180 km
    Test number
    725624359328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass230,628 km
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    230,628 km
    Test number
    684553780330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass228,553 miles (+2,846)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    228,553 miles
    Test number
    111259395514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass225,707 miles (+5,076)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    225,707 miles
    Test number
    841362367709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass220,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    220,631 miles
    Test number
    871092546790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass217,370 km1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    217,370 km
    Test number
    381505678768
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass213,651 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    213,651 miles
    Test number
    804185855899
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail213,641 miles1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,641 miles
    Test number
    969206619888
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass210,581 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    210,581 km
    Test number
    779892343156
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass208,204 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    208,204 miles
    Test number
    360840643079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit plus starting to crack (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass119,281 km (-79,996)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    119,281 km
    Test number
    451783817408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail199,277 km8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,277 km
    Test number
    870754157862
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Pass181,285 miles (+72)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    181,285 miles
    Test number
    306767224445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail181,213 miles3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,213 miles
    Test number
    335460824434
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass171,381 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    171,381 km
    Test number
    609055223237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail171,378 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,378 miles
    Test number
    705323213295
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureBrake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass161,193 km (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    161,193 km
    Test number
    169996502298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail161,191 km1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,191 km
    Test number
    755995602228
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass158,548 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    158,548 miles
    Test number
    677054511244
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail158,545 km1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,545 km
    Test number
    626704611249
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass156,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    156,189 miles
    Test number
    704155910297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail156,186 km (+1,692)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,186 km
    Test number
    411485110274
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass154,494 km (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    154,494 km
    Test number
    971637319284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass151,871 km (+2,875)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    151,871 km
    Test number
    403278818289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass148,996 km (+4,549)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    148,996 km
    Test number
    873123517263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass144,447 km (+3,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    144,447 km
    Test number
    373034986166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass140,934 km
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    140,934 km
    Test number
    243512575495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L119 MJB

Does L119 MJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L119 MJB is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L119 MJB?
The MOT on L119 MJB is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L119 MJB done?
L119 MJB was recorded at 237,803 km at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 4,624 km a year.
Has L119 MJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L119 MJB has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on L119 MJB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L119 MJB find?
L119 MJB passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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