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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,830 cc

N508 JMBMOT history

N508 JMB is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2023.

N508 JMB green Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2023
Mileage
162,308 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N508 JMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,830 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

N508 JMB was last recorded at 162,308 miles on 30 Oct 2023, 1,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,039 miles · 20 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1,269 miles
Average per year
4,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,308 miles
  • 2022 – 161,039 miles
  • 2017 – 160,953 miles
  • 2013 – 153,447 miles
  • 2011 – 147,732 miles
  • 2007 – 95,350 miles
  • 2006 – 81,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,308 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive reading 7.00. Max it can be is 3.50 (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no washer fluid to windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail162,308 miles (+1,269)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,308 miles
    Test number
    355539759836
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive reading 7.00. Max it can be is 3.50 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no washer fluid to windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass161,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    161,039 miles
    Test number
    745016019920
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake grabbing slightly both (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Fail161,039 miles (+86)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,039 miles
    Test number
    709972206804
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake grabbing slightly both (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass160,953 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    160,953 miles
    Test number
    307484421919
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE OF CAR RUSTY IN PLACES

  5. Pass160,120 km (+2,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    160,120 km
    Test number
    365459859563
    • AdvisorySuspension rusty

  6. Pass157,328 km
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    157,328 km
    Test number
    415129724133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass153,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    153,447 miles
    Test number
    925107233046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass147,734 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    147,734 km
    Test number
    277931571222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail147,732 miles (+136)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,732 miles
    Test number
    189849041246
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass147,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    147,596 miles
    Test number
    968348521206
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail147,596 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,596 miles
    Test number
    866826511243
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass134,339 km (+13,901)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    134,339 km
    Test number
    832216010252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,438 km (+12,691)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    120,438 km
    Test number
    914005719239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,747 km2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    107,747 km
    Test number
    662048018265
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  15. Fail107,747 km (+12,179)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,747 km
    Test number
    683348918208
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  16. Pass95,568 km1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    95,568 km
    Test number
    332834317442
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  17. Fail95,350 miles (+13,590)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,350 miles
    Test number
    371368407296
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass81,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    754288006246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N508 JMB

Does N508 JMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N508 JMB expired on 19 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N508 JMB?
The MOT on N508 JMB expired on 19 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N508 JMB done?
N508 JMB was recorded at 162,308 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2023, an average of 4,667 miles a year.
Has N508 JMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N508 JMB has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on N508 JMB 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 N508 JMB find?
N508 JMB failed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2023 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive reading 7.00. max it can be is 3.50; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no washer fluid to windscreen; nearside front headlamp aim too high, and 7 more.

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