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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1994 · 1,800 cc

L4 CXJMOT history

L4 CXJ is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

L4 CXJ 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 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,699 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 CXJ
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 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 CXJ was last recorded at 109,699 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
109,288 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
411 miles
Average per year
2,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,699 miles
  • 2025 – 109,288 miles
  • 2024 – 109,160 miles
  • 2023 – 108,514 miles
  • 2022 – 107,700 miles
  • 2021 – 106,228 miles
  • 2020 – 103,284 miles
  • 2019 – 99,461 miles
  • 2018 – 94,257 miles
  • 2017 – 89,601 miles
  • 2016 – 86,475 miles
  • 2015 – 85,199 miles
  • 2014 – 83,149 miles
  • 2013 – 80,391 miles
  • 2012 – 78,464 miles
  • 2011 – 75,617 miles
  • 2010 – 73,233 miles
  • 2009 – 70,659 miles
  • 2008 – 68,892 miles
  • 2007 – 65,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,699 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s front sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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 Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,699 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,699 miles
    Test number
    549395413010
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s front sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail109,696 miles (+408)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,696 miles
    Test number
    371565426827
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s front sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass109,288 miles (+128)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,288 miles
    Test number
    245563198210
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear union (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill towards inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass109,160 miles (+646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    109,160 miles
    Test number
    676803024154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass108,514 miles (+814)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    108,514 miles
    Test number
    981355019542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight oil round steering rack

  6. Pass107,700 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    107,700 miles
    Test number
    165780718748
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail107,698 miles (+1,470)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,698 miles
    Test number
    586259482069
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis to inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass106,228 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    106,228 miles
    Test number
    566077990111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,284 miles (+3,823)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    103,284 miles
    Test number
    613714940731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,461 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,461 miles
    Test number
    963131650604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,257 miles (+4,656)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    94,257 miles
    Test number
    373648078563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,601 miles (+3,126)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,601 miles
    Test number
    373762235695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,475 miles (+1,276)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,475 miles
    Test number
    530827866777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,199 miles (+2,050)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,199 miles
    Test number
    276940505488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,149 miles (+2,758)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,149 miles
    Test number
    186255914166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,391 miles (+1,927)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,391 miles
    Test number
    577418273055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,464 miles (+2,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,464 miles
    Test number
    458871092037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass75,617 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,617 miles
    Test number
    697518201162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,233 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,233 miles
    Test number
    932793500176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,659 miles (+1,767)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,659 miles
    Test number
    820622589084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,892 miles (+3,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    68,892 miles
    Test number
    453369698030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass65,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    65,259 miles
    Test number
    272769207101
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L4 CXJ

Does L4 CXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 CXJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 CXJ?
The MOT on L4 CXJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 CXJ done?
L4 CXJ was recorded at 109,699 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 2,315 miles a year.
Has L4 CXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 CXJ has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 CXJ 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 L4 CXJ find?
L4 CXJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s; front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s front sills, and 1 more.

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