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Mazda MX-5

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T127 JELMOT history

T127 JEL is a red petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2024
Mileage
124,585 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T127 JEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T127 JEL was last recorded at 124,585 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 955 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,630 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
955 miles
Average per year
5,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 124,585 miles
  • 2021 – 123,630 miles
  • 2019 – 120,203 miles
  • 2018 – 119,535 miles
  • 2017 – 119,243 miles
  • 2016 – 118,620 miles
  • 2015 – 117,805 miles
  • 2014 – 116,865 miles
  • 2013 – 116,277 miles
  • 2012 – 115,747 miles
  • 2011 – 113,042 miles
  • 2010 – 101,303 miles
  • 2009 – 78,516 miles
  • 2008 – 57,115 miles
  • 2007 – 41,178 miles
  • 2006 – 28,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,585 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Catalytic converter deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,585 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    124,585 miles
    Test number
    868715401866
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail124,585 miles (+955)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,585 miles
    Test number
    231082206473
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,630 miles
    Test number
    723967165398
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Fail123,630 miles (+3,427)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,630 miles
    Test number
    490325529658
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • 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))

  5. Pass120,203 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,203 miles
    Test number
    680490469699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,535 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    119,535 miles
    Test number
    785244273686
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferrules slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor sections corroded as marked

  7. Fail119,535 miles (+292)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,535 miles
    Test number
    696909235711
    • MajorNearside Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferrules slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer aim adjusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor sections corroded as marked
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims adjusted

  8. Pass119,243 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,243 miles
    Test number
    940334782613
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail119,243 miles (+623)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,243 miles
    Test number
    891067685334
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp not working fitted in boot lid (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass118,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    283544258906
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Metal part of both pipes rear corroded (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  11. Fail118,620 miles (+815)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,620 miles
    Test number
    200097345071
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Metal part of both pipes rear corroded (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  12. Pass117,805 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    117,805 miles
    Test number
    668401135118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,865 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    116,865 miles
    Test number
    935137634173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    116,277 miles
    Test number
    257302783050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail116,277 miles (+530)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,277 miles
    Test number
    627502383055
    • Repaired at testNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  16. Pass115,747 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    115,747 miles
    Test number
    346493022005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass113,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    113,042 miles
    Test number
    739776921074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,037 miles (+11,734)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,037 miles
    Test number
    117106621449
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass101,303 miles (+144)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    101,303 miles
    Test number
    370924830178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteP/s pipes corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  20. Fail101,159 miles (+22,643)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,159 miles
    Test number
    540471930148
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteP/s pipes corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  21. Pass78,516 miles (+21,401)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,516 miles
    Test number
    294483339180
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear diff mount bushes perished

  22. Pass57,115 miles (+15,937)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,115 miles
    Test number
    231416438129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass41,178 miles (+13,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,178 miles
    Test number
    214686207114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass28,040 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,040 miles
    Test number
    294152326484
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T127 JEL

Does T127 JEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T127 JEL expired on 11 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T127 JEL?
The MOT on T127 JEL expired on 11 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T127 JEL done?
T127 JEL was recorded at 124,585 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 5,534 miles a year.
Has T127 JEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T127 JEL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T127 JEL 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 T127 JEL find?
T127 JEL passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 1 more.

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