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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T131 JGCMOT history

T131 JGC is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 177,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2022
Mileage
177,000 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T131 JGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T131 JGC was last recorded at 177,000 miles on 20 Nov 2021, 2,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,817 miles · 15 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,183 miles
Average per year
7,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 177,000 miles
  • 2020 – 174,817 miles
  • 2019 – 165,119 miles
  • 2018 – 156,008 miles
  • 2017 – 147,214 miles
  • 2016 – 136,480 miles
  • 2015 – 129,699 miles
  • 2014 – 122,834 miles
  • 2013 – 112,551 miles
  • 2012 – 105,088 miles
  • 2011 – 100,354 miles
  • 2010 – 94,081 miles
  • 2009 – 84,576 miles
  • 2008 – 80,142 miles
  • 2007 – 79,209 miles
  • 2006 – 67,923 miles
  • 2005 – 59,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,000 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,000 miles (+2,183)5 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    177,000 miles
    Test number
    471959463712
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass174,817 miles (+9,698)6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,817 miles
    Test number
    484723741628
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass165,119 miles (+9,111)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    165,119 miles
    Test number
    628621443743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass156,008 miles (+8,794)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    156,008 miles
    Test number
    895670733475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass147,214 miles (+10,734)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,214 miles
    Test number
    125285008265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,480 miles (+6,781)19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    136,480 miles
    Test number
    715035817399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened subframe /chassis rails (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis / floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis rails (2.4.A.3)

  7. Pass129,699 miles (+6,865)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    129,699 miles
    Test number
    868807095146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  8. Pass122,834 miles (+10,283)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    122,834 miles
    Test number
    277241694484
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Pass112,551 miles (+7,463)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    112,551 miles
    Test number
    529033293051
    • NoteOff side rear cracked leans surface corrosion front and rear wish bones near side and off side

  10. Pass105,088 miles (+4,734)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    105,088 miles
    Test number
    885592282054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    100,354 miles
    Test number
    719827891017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,354 miles (+6,273)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,354 miles
    Test number
    349795591006
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

  13. Pass94,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    94,081 miles
    Test number
    654355500175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,081 miles (+9,505)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,081 miles
    Test number
    334034300121
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass84,576 miles (+4,434)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    84,576 miles
    Test number
    120816399076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,142 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    80,142 miles
    Test number
    130754358192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,209 miles (+11,286)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,209 miles
    Test number
    452682027226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,923 miles (+8,854)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    67,923 miles
    Test number
    534225916241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    59,069 miles
    Test number
    584413925289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T131 JGC

Does T131 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T131 JGC expired on 14 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T131 JGC?
The MOT on T131 JGC expired on 14 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T131 JGC done?
T131 JGC was recorded at 177,000 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2021, an average of 7,245 miles a year.
Has T131 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T131 JGC has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2011.
Has the mileage on T131 JGC 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 T131 JGC find?
T131 JGC passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2021 with 5 minor defects and 11 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 13 more.

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