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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,839 cc

L60 JCAMOT history

L60 JCA is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 98,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

L60 JCA 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 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,985 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L60 JCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
3 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L60 JCA was last recorded at 98,985 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,955 miles · 10 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
2,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,985 miles
  • 2021 – 98,955 miles
  • 2020 – 98,751 miles
  • 2019 – 98,002 miles
  • 2018 – 96,194 miles
  • 2017 – 92,865 miles
  • 2016 – 90,489 miles
  • 2015 – 86,480 miles
  • 2014 – 84,292 miles
  • 2013 – 82,222 miles
  • 2011 – 80,894 miles
  • 2010 – 78,804 miles
  • 2008 – 64,604 miles
  • 2007 – 57,208 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,985 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,985 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,985 miles
    Test number
    5340324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail98,955 miles (+204)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,955 miles
    Test number
    268830511396
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearings not tested due to binding brake
    • 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. Pass98,751 miles (+749)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    98,751 miles
    Test number
    319283835163
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass98,002 miles (+1,808)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,002 miles
    Test number
    994299946876
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass96,194 miles (+3,329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,194 miles
    Test number
    951763807954
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly worn on inside edges

  6. Pass92,865 miles (+2,376)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,865 miles
    Test number
    512824086495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,489 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,489 miles
    Test number
    326841873996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,480 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,480 miles
    Test number
    579035615164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,292 miles (+2,070)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    84,292 miles
    Test number
    149631424147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,222 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    82,222 miles
    Test number
    149279423148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,200 miles (+1,306)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,200 miles
    Test number
    707150223153
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteNoise from rear suspension possible bushes further investigation needed
    • NoteUnable to fully assess offside front and rear cross over brake pipe due to coating of grease

  12. Pass80,894 miles (+2,090)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,894 miles
    Test number
    479973931192
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear brake pipe rusted
    • NoteRear outer sills badly rusted

  13. Pass78,804 miles (+219)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    78,804 miles
    Test number
    420510070074
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear bumper cracked taped

  14. Fail78,585 miles1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,585 miles
    Test number
    130821560031
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear bumper cracked taped

  15. Pass72,640 km (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,640 km
    Test number
    231844089025
    • 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)

  16. Fail72,623 km1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,623 km
    Test number
    180843389035
    • DangerousRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NotePark brake travel high

  17. Pass64,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,604 miles
    Test number
    170227258057
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail64,604 miles (+7,396)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,604 miles
    Test number
    784532558030
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass57,208 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    57,208 miles
    Test number
    203060167010
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L60 JCA

Does L60 JCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L60 JCA is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L60 JCA?
The MOT on L60 JCA is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L60 JCA done?
L60 JCA was recorded at 98,985 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 2,195 miles a year.
Has L60 JCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L60 JCA has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on L60 JCA 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 L60 JCA find?
L60 JCA passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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