Mazda logo

Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 1,800 cc

L18 JPSMOT history

L18 JPS is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 May 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2020 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 264,237 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2022.

L18 JPS 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 30 Sept 2020
Mileage
264,237 km
At MOT on 9 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
14,391 km
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L18 JPS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L18 JPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 May 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2020
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L18 JPS was last recorded at 264,237 km on 9 Mar 2022, 13,389 km more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
250,848 km · 1 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
13,389 km
Average per year
14,391 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 264,237 km
  • 2019 – 250,848 km
  • 2018 – 234,527 km
  • 2017 – 21,511 km
  • 2013 – 123,689 km
  • 2011 – 115,840 km
  • 2010 – 95,095 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail264,237 km
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s to o/s (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail264,237 km (+13,389)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,237 km
    Test number
    634765350939
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s to o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass250,848 km (+16,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    250,848 km
    Test number
    403398753969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass234,527 km (+213,016)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    234,527 km
    Test number
    985986355424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass21,511 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    21,511 km
    Test number
    740606411209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass194,593 miles (+19,003)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    194,593 miles
    Test number
    443813395280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  6. Pass175,590 miles (+601)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    175,590 miles
    Test number
    559882085110
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate font size reduced-imported vehicle.

  7. Fail174,989 miles (+27,161)5 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,989 miles
    Test number
    237785575151
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate font size reduced-imported vehicle.

  8. Pass147,828 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    147,828 miles
    Test number
    186989264164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail147,762 miles10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,762 miles
    Test number
    436697854198
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f brake slightly grabbing

  10. Pass123,689 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    123,689 km
    Test number
    629225473143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,771 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    118,771 miles
    Test number
    538743272168
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Fail118,765 miles (+2,853)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,765 miles
    Test number
    249167132487
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass115,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    115,912 miles
    Test number
    146985771134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail115,840 km (+20,745)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,840 km
    Test number
    138841771127
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass95,095 km2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    95,095 km
    Test number
    370259750143
    • NoteWater ingress into both front side/indicator lamps
    • NoteWiper scratch in front screen (nearside)

  16. Fail95,095 km1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,095 km
    Test number
    222898950412
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteWater ingress into both front side/indicator lamps
    • NoteWiper scratch in front screen (nearside)

  17. Pass93,196 miles (+2,352)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    93,196 miles
    Test number
    162091639131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,844 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    90,844 miles
    Test number
    422354238133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,561 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    88,561 miles
    Test number
    992125027142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail88,527 miles (+2,277)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,527 miles
    Test number
    991043827115
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass86,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    86,250 miles
    Test number
    222642026136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 JPS

Does L18 JPS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 JPS expired on 30 Sept 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 JPS?
The MOT on L18 JPS expired on 30 Sept 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 JPS done?
L18 JPS was recorded at 264,237 km at its MOT on 9 Mar 2022, an average of 14,391 km a year.
Has L18 JPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 JPS has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L18 JPS 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 L18 JPS find?
L18 JPS failed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2022 with 6 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions not tested; nearside front inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; offside front inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 6 more.

Related registrations

Browse all L18J registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.