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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,798 cc

L7 HJSMOT history

L7 HJS is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 12 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 51,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

L7 HJS blue 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 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
51,530 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 HJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 HJS was last recorded at 51,530 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 1,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
50,132 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,398 miles
Average per year
1,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,530 miles
  • 2025 – 50,132 miles
  • 2023 – 49,799 miles
  • 2022 – 49,227 miles
  • 2021 – 48,946 miles
  • 2020 – 48,485 miles
  • 2019 – 45,855 miles
  • 2018 – 44,061 miles
  • 2017 – 42,734 miles
  • 2016 – 41,296 miles
  • 2015 – 38,549 miles
  • 2014 – 33,764 miles
  • 2013 – 30,327 miles
  • 2012 – 25,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,530 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront and rear underbody surface corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,530 miles (+1,398)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    51,530 miles
    Test number
    923901746421
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear underbody surface corrosion

  2. Pass50,132 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    50,132 miles
    Test number
    318091896605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass49,799 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    49,799 miles
    Test number
    675616662872
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear underbody surface corrosion

  4. Fail49,799 miles (+572)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,799 miles
    Test number
    857991426252
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear underbody surface corrosion

  5. Pass49,227 miles (+281)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    49,227 miles
    Test number
    286881439555
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear all of underbody rear of vehicle has corrosion

  6. Pass48,946 miles (+461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    48,946 miles
    Test number
    465028672237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass48,485 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    48,485 miles
    Test number
    552419359001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

  8. Fail48,485 miles (+2,630)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,485 miles
    Test number
    748334373442
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

  9. Pass45,855 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,855 miles
    Test number
    159026697980
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge and perishing in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Fail45,855 miles (+1,794)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,855 miles
    Test number
    289622681875
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge and perishing in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Pass44,061 miles (+1,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    44,061 miles
    Test number
    532478906255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass42,734 miles (+1,438)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,734 miles
    Test number
    811067187829
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass41,296 miles (+2,747)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,296 miles
    Test number
    318102560781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,549 miles (+4,785)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,549 miles
    Test number
    315294555193
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass33,764 miles (+3,437)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,764 miles
    Test number
    779502934170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,327 miles (+5,043)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    30,327 miles
    Test number
    846325433255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,284 miles
    Test number
    969750832247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 HJS

Does L7 HJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 HJS is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 HJS?
The MOT on L7 HJS is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 HJS done?
L7 HJS was recorded at 51,530 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 1,955 miles a year.
Has L7 HJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 HJS has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 HJS 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 L7 HJS find?
L7 HJS passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust noisy; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts, and 4 more.

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