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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

L11 JMJMOT history

L11 JMJ is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 60,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

L11 JMJ silver 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 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
60,388 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 JMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 JMJ was last recorded at 60,388 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 12,522 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,866 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,522 miles
Average per year
2,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,388 miles
  • 2024 – 47,866 miles
  • 2023 – 44,333 miles
  • 2022 – 41,273 miles
  • 2021 – 37,874 miles
  • 2020 – 35,525 miles
  • 2019 – 31,860 miles
  • 2018 – 26,458 miles
  • 2017 – 19,869 miles
  • 2016 – 19,461 miles
  • 2015 – 19,298 miles
  • 2014 – 18,944 miles
  • 2013 – 18,644 miles
  • 2012 – 18,063 miles
  • 2011 – 17,704 miles
  • 2010 – 16,571 miles
  • 2009 – 15,686 miles
  • 2008 – 14,238 miles
  • 2007 – 12,602 miles
  • 2006 – 11,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,388 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both Fronts Inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryParking Brake Lever has Excess Travel
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Rear Outer Sills/Sill Ends have Corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,388 miles (+12,522)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    60,388 miles
    Test number
    505482615930
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both Fronts Inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake Lever has Excess Travel
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Rear Outer Sills/Sill Ends have Corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass47,866 miles (+2,538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    47,866 miles
    Test number
    428169475800
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass45,328 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    45,328 miles
    Test number
    846390937034
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened REARS O/S N/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail45,328 miles (+995)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,328 miles
    Test number
    260186165139
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened REARS O/S N/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail44,333 miles (+3,060)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,333 miles
    Test number
    783610558809
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUYER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass41,273 miles (+3,399)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    41,273 miles
    Test number
    435002391528
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge FRONTS O/S N/S (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass37,874 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    37,874 miles
    Test number
    465558068960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail37,874 miles (+2,349)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,874 miles
    Test number
    848131944611
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass35,525 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    35,525 miles
    Test number
    260192588627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,860 miles (+5,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    31,860 miles
    Test number
    197698887009
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill slightly corroded

  11. Pass26,458 miles (+6,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    26,458 miles
    Test number
    460129221362
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres starting to perish, especially near side front
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill and wheel arch corroding

  12. Pass19,869 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    19,869 miles
    Test number
    706102137807
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all hoses (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill and wheel arch area corroding
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms front and rear of vehicle (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail19,869 miles (+408)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,869 miles
    Test number
    467336937031
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all hoses (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill and wheel arch area corroding
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms front and rear of vehicle (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass19,461 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    19,461 miles
    Test number
    250134639414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,298 miles (+354)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    19,298 miles
    Test number
    229890695417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,944 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,944 miles
    Test number
    106536594135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,644 miles (+581)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    18,644 miles
    Test number
    406339693173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,063 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,063 miles
    Test number
    597889692193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,704 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    17,704 miles
    Test number
    515312801213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,571 miles (+885)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    16,571 miles
    Test number
    163891400204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,686 miles (+1,448)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,686 miles
    Test number
    913552309292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,238 miles (+1,636)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,238 miles
    Test number
    654738698130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,602 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    12,602 miles
    Test number
    130231307228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    11,159 miles
    Test number
    160575106245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 JMJ

Does L11 JMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 JMJ is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L11 JMJ?
The MOT on L11 JMJ is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 JMJ done?
L11 JMJ was recorded at 60,388 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 2,540 miles a year.
Has L11 JMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 JMJ has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L11 JMJ 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 L11 JMJ find?
L11 JMJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts; brake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts inners; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge, and 2 more.

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