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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

L2 SJSMOT history

L2 SJS is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 78,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

L2 SJS red 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,203 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 SJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 SJS was last recorded at 78,203 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,759 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
444 miles
Average per year
904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,203 miles
  • 2025 – 77,759 miles
  • 2024 – 77,533 miles
  • 2023 – 76,654 miles
  • 2022 – 75,948 miles
  • 2021 – 74,979 miles
  • 2020 – 73,540 miles
  • 2019 – 72,305 miles
  • 2018 – 72,162 miles
  • 2017 – 71,466 miles
  • 2016 – 70,783 miles
  • 2015 – 70,087 miles
  • 2014 – 68,898 miles
  • 2012 – 68,447 miles
  • 2011 – 66,332 miles
  • 2009 – 65,005 miles
  • 2008 – 63,083 miles
  • 2007 – 62,586 miles
  • 2006 – 60,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,203 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside has corrosion

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Underside showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,203 miles (+444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,203 miles
    Test number
    654416743116
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has corrosion

  2. Pass77,759 miles (+226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    77,759 miles
    Test number
    910151070114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  3. Pass77,533 miles (+879)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    77,533 miles
    Test number
    154813831545
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  4. Pass76,654 miles (+706)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    76,654 miles
    Test number
    573201716873
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has surface corrosion

  5. Pass75,948 miles (+969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,948 miles
    Test number
    162310945225
    • AdvisoryUnder side showing corrosion.

  6. Pass74,979 miles (+1,439)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,979 miles
    Test number
    428970399285
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has some surface corrosion

  7. Pass73,540 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    590515426012
    • AdvisoryEngine missfire
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing corrosion.
    • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of corrosion.

  8. Fail73,540 miles (+1,235)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    531619997877
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine missfire
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing corrosion.
    • AdvisorySuspension components showing signs of corrosion.

  9. Pass72,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,305 miles
    Test number
    647783343670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  10. Fail72,305 miles (+143)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,305 miles
    Test number
    190100785540
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  11. Pass72,162 miles (+696)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,162 miles
    Test number
    852839745434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass71,466 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,466 miles
    Test number
    702591578073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,459 miles (+676)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,459 miles
    Test number
    721924934656
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Fail70,783 miles (+696)9 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,783 miles
    Test number
    807194034710
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure showing signs of corrosion

  15. Pass70,087 miles (+1,189)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,087 miles
    Test number
    619908645075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass68,898 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,898 miles
    Test number
    528241514066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,888 miles (+441)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,888 miles
    Test number
    999450614030
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail68,447 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,447 miles
    Test number
    275472812222
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass68,447 miles (+1,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,447 miles
    Test number
    386302612496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass67,317 miles (+985)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    67,317 miles
    Test number
    985457362061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s front outer walls in poor condition
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition

  21. Pass66,332 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    66,332 miles
    Test number
    597104701097
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteAll suspension components corroding
    • NoteCorrosion forming to offside outer sill
    • NoteNearside front tyre badly cracking and perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre badly cracking and perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre badly cracking and perishing

  22. Fail66,332 miles (+1,327)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,332 miles
    Test number
    198944901089
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteAll suspension components corroding
    • NoteCorrosion forming to offside outer sill
    • NoteNearside front tyre badly cracking and perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre badly cracking and perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre badly cracking and perishing

  23. Pass65,005 miles (+1,922)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    65,005 miles
    Test number
    962721029305
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to crack and perish on outer shoulders

  24. Pass63,083 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,083 miles
    Test number
    681327668261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail63,082 miles (+496)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,082 miles
    Test number
    534374768287
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass62,586 miles (+1,917)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    62,586 miles
    Test number
    290811057249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,669 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    60,669 miles
    Test number
    564444856231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L2 SJS

Does L2 SJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 SJS is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 SJS?
The MOT on L2 SJS is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 SJS done?
L2 SJS was recorded at 78,203 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 904 miles a year.
Has L2 SJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 SJS has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on L2 SJS 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 L2 SJS find?
L2 SJS passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: rear coil spring corroded; underside has corrosion.

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