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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1998 · 1,839 cc

S81 JCFMOT history

S81 JCF is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 177,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2025.

S81 JCF gold 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 14 Jun 2025
Mileage
177,536 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,914 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S81 JCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S81 JCF was last recorded at 177,536 miles on 25 Jul 2025, 7,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jul 2014: 54,070 miles, lower than 93,271 miles on 23 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
169,975 miles · 21 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7,561 miles
Average per year
5,914 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,536 miles
  • 2024 – 169,975 miles
  • 2023 – 164,712 miles
  • 2022 – 155,696 miles
  • 2021 – 148,520 miles
  • 2020 – 144,254 miles
  • 2019 – 132,671 miles
  • 2018 – 121,107 miles
  • 2017 – 110,127 miles
  • 2016 – 106,318 miles
  • 2015 – 103,471 miles
  • 2014 – 54,070 miles
  • 2013 – 93,271 miles
  • 2012 – 90,728 miles
  • 2011 – 87,082 miles
  • 2010 – 82,090 miles
  • 2009 – 77,313 miles
  • 2008 – 72,687 miles
  • 2007 – 67,614 miles
  • 2006 – 63,048 miles
  • 2005 – 59,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail177,536 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Steering wheel bonding deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Both number plates deteriorated but still easily read

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail177,536 miles (+7,561)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,536 miles
    Test number
    607081229065
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass169,975 miles (+5,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    169,975 miles
    Test number
    152875460941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass164,712 miles (+9,016)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    164,712 miles
    Test number
    720588187680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass155,696 miles (+7,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    155,696 miles
    Test number
    499791648162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass148,520 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    148,520 miles
    Test number
    903575111183
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect All (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to perish in tread lines
    • AdvisoryGeneral wear/deterioration across suspension bushes, no excessive play
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers corroded
    • AdvisorySteering wheel bonding deteriorated

  6. Fail148,520 miles (+4,266)3 repaired3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,520 miles
    Test number
    797827163101
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced misted, no beam pattern (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect All (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to perish in tread lines
    • AdvisoryGeneral wear/deterioration across suspension bushes, no excessive play
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers corroded
    • AdvisorySteering wheel bonding deteriorated

  7. Pass144,254 miles (+11,583)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    144,254 miles
    Test number
    293869930391
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth engine mounts soft
    • AdvisoryGeneral wear/deterioration across all suspension bushes
    • AdvisorySteering wheel bonding deteriorated

  8. Pass132,671 miles (+11,564)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    132,671 miles
    Test number
    277881050963
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin deteriorated (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates deteriorated but still easily read
    • AdvisoryFront pads 5-6mm
    • AdvisorySome corrosion rear coil springs
    • AdvisorySteering wheel bonding deteriorated
    • AdvisoryStone chip windscreen

  9. Pass121,107 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    121,107 miles
    Test number
    872722706681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates deteriorated but still easily read
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen
    • AdvisorySteering wheel rubber bonding deteriorated

  10. Fail121,107 miles (+10,980)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,107 miles
    Test number
    970578264985
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates deteriorated but still easily read
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen
    • AdvisorySteering wheel rubber bonding deteriorated

  11. Pass110,127 miles (+3,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    110,127 miles
    Test number
    493235224172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass106,318 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,318 miles
    Test number
    931317449861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,471 miles (+49,401)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,471 miles
    Test number
    127845695133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,070 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,070 miles
    Test number
    217726594108
    • NoteSome corrosion on rear o/s body sill
    • NoteSome wear on rear discs

  15. Fail54,070 miles (-39,201)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,070 miles
    Test number
    308126094119
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSome corrosion on rear o/s body sill
    • NoteSome wear on rear discs

  16. Pass93,271 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,271 miles
    Test number
    915194603266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,728 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,728 miles
    Test number
    369102212475
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass90,728 miles (+3,646)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    90,728 miles
    Test number
    669052312206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,082 miles (+4,992)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    87,082 miles
    Test number
    308609601430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,090 miles (+4,777)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    82,090 miles
    Test number
    953322300221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,313 miles (+4,626)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,313 miles
    Test number
    151063109246
    • NoteCat very slow to respond

  22. Pass72,687 miles (+5,073)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    72,687 miles
    Test number
    881713898159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,614 miles (+4,566)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    67,614 miles
    Test number
    232856807270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,048 miles (+3,843)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    63,048 miles
    Test number
    364272106252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    59,205 miles
    Test number
    610453405208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S81 JCF

Does S81 JCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S81 JCF expired on 14 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S81 JCF?
The MOT on S81 JCF expired on 14 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S81 JCF done?
S81 JCF was recorded at 177,536 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2025, an average of 5,914 miles a year.
Has S81 JCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S81 JCF has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S81 JCF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S81 JCF find?
S81 JCF failed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2025 with 2 dangerous defects and 4 major defects: nearside front suspension component ball joint likely to become detached; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; emissions unable to be completed due to overheating, and 3 more.

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