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Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,498 cc

L55 JCTMOT history

L55 JCT is a black petrol Mazda 2 first used on 20 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 160,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

L55 JCT black Mazda 2 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
160,516 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 JCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
2
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 JCT was last recorded at 160,516 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 4,205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,311 miles · 25 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,205 miles
Average per year
11,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,516 miles
  • 2025 – 156,311 miles
  • 2024 – 152,537 miles
  • 2023 – 148,439 miles
  • 2022 – 143,602 miles
  • 2021 – 135,441 miles
  • 2020 – 130,312 miles
  • 2019 – 125,864 miles
  • 2018 – 108,585 miles
  • 2017 – 80,037 miles
  • 2016 – 58,648 miles
  • 2015 – 33,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,516 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Engine Oil Sump Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Axle Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,516 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    160,516 miles
    Test number
    741464861739
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail160,516 miles (+4,205)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,516 miles
    Test number
    780296616102
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass156,311 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    156,311 miles
    Test number
    366702756039
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Sump Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  4. Fail156,311 miles (+3,774)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,311 miles
    Test number
    833052839977
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Sump Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively NSF/OSF (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Pass152,537 miles (+4,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    152,537 miles
    Test number
    978724714085
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield partially insecure on underside
  6. Pass148,439 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    148,439 miles
    Test number
    915604330933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail148,439 miles (+4,837)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,439 miles
    Test number
    932494629473
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass143,602 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    143,602 miles
    Test number
    586802996663
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover seeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight foggy
    • AdvisoryOil sump heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Drums corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion in places
  9. Fail143,602 miles (+8,161)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,602 miles
    Test number
    679299956178
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover seeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight foggy
    • AdvisoryOil sump heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Drums corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion in places
  10. Pass135,441 miles (+5,129)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,441 miles
    Test number
    919301207578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass130,312 miles (+4,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    130,312 miles
    Test number
    900361720992
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass125,864 miles (+17,279)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,864 miles
    Test number
    898617357466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp flickers occasionally
    • AdvisoryOffside Front postion lamp flickers occasionally
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass108,585 miles (+28,548)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,585 miles
    Test number
    302712665394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,037 miles (+21,389)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,037 miles
    Test number
    854114089093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,648 miles (+25,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,648 miles
    Test number
    316277818346
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are lipped
  16. Pass33,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,039 miles
    Test number
    491041279780
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about L55 JCT

Does L55 JCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 JCT is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 JCT?
The MOT on L55 JCT is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 JCT done?
L55 JCT was recorded at 160,516 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 11,702 miles a year.
Has L55 JCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 JCT has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 JCT 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 L55 JCT find?
L55 JCT passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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