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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,999 cc

L1 CGJMOT history

L1 CGJ is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L1 CGJ black 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 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
121,929 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 CGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 CGJ was last recorded at 121,929 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 6,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,349 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,580 miles
Average per year
6,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,929 miles
  • 2025 – 115,349 miles
  • 2024 – 108,662 miles
  • 2023 – 101,509 miles
  • 2022 – 95,118 miles
  • 2021 – 88,281 miles
  • 2020 – 86,932 miles
  • 2019 – 82,485 miles
  • 2018 – 72,025 miles
  • 2017 – 62,737 miles
  • 2016 – 54,019 miles
  • 2015 – 46,340 miles
  • 2014 – 39,607 miles
  • 2013 – 31,328 miles
  • 2012 – 24,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,929 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,929 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    121,929 miles
    Test number
    555365428128
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail121,929 miles (+6,580)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,929 miles
    Test number
    388089685221
    • MajorBoot lid component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass115,349 miles (+6,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,349 miles
    Test number
    789060855767
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass108,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,662 miles
    Test number
    559042711152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail108,660 miles (+7,151)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,660 miles
    Test number
    634019085314
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  6. Pass101,509 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    101,509 miles
    Test number
    651693800563
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  7. Fail101,509 miles (+6,391)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,509 miles
    Test number
    275978846107
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  8. Pass95,118 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,118 miles
    Test number
    322989610020
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail95,116 miles (+6,835)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,116 miles
    Test number
    195575864798
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass88,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,281 miles
    Test number
    886348324992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,281 miles (+1,349)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,281 miles
    Test number
    406808455262
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass86,932 miles (+4,447)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,932 miles
    Test number
    165085379392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,485 miles (+10,460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,485 miles
    Test number
    737497608593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,025 miles (+9,288)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,025 miles
    Test number
    801809363299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,737 miles (+8,718)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,737 miles
    Test number
    641189251902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,019 miles
    Test number
    383107283492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,019 miles (+3,112)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,019 miles
    Test number
    136402058423
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass50,907 miles (+4,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    50,907 miles
    Test number
    871193834477
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush "D" Bushes (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass46,340 miles (+6,733)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    46,340 miles
    Test number
    247175845009
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass39,607 miles (+8,279)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,607 miles
    Test number
    175419154070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,328 miles (+7,029)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,328 miles
    Test number
    568834753010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,299 miles
    Test number
    885978652019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 CGJ

Does L1 CGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 CGJ is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 CGJ?
The MOT on L1 CGJ is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 CGJ done?
L1 CGJ was recorded at 121,929 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 6,694 miles a year.
Has L1 CGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 CGJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 CGJ 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 L1 CGJ find?
L1 CGJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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