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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T135 JGCMOT history

T135 JGC is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2018 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 115,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2018
Mileage
115,290 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2023
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T135 JGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2018
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T135 JGC was last recorded at 115,290 miles on 1 Jun 2023, 3,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,953 miles · 21 Mar 2017
Between the last two tests
3,337 miles
Average per year
2,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 115,290 miles
  • 2017 – 111,953 miles
  • 2016 – 105,895 miles
  • 2014 – 105,890 miles
  • 2012 – 105,212 miles
  • 2011 – 101,802 miles
  • 2010 – 93,242 miles
  • 2009 – 90,726 miles
  • 2008 – 88,525 miles
  • 2007 – 86,389 miles
  • 2006 – 77,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,290 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle all rusty

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.

  • N/s rear tyre cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • O/s front tyre cracking

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,290 miles (+3,337)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,290 miles
    Test number
    691156784944
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle all rusty

  2. Pass111,953 miles (+6,058)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    111,953 miles
    Test number
    421757741730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,895 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,895 miles
    Test number
    772168283738
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail105,895 miles (+5)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,895 miles
    Test number
    881686250174
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass105,890 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,890 miles
    Test number
    108943524215
    • NoteN/sand o/s rear brakes binding
    • NoteO/s front tyre cracking
    • NoteO/s sill rusty
    • NoteOil leak

  6. Fail105,890 miles (+678)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,890 miles
    Test number
    517060724251
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/sand o/s rear brakes binding
    • NoteO/s front tyre cracking
    • NoteO/s sill rusty
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass105,212 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    105,212 miles
    Test number
    716352522368
    • DangerousO/s front tyre cracking

  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    887218312325
    • DangerousO/s front tyre cracking
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass101,802 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    101,802 miles
    Test number
    497644631219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rear arch rusty
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail101,802 miles (+8,560)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,802 miles
    Test number
    356494931253
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rear arch rusty
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail93,242 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,242 miles
    Test number
    173106630267
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass93,242 miles (+2,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    93,242 miles
    Test number
    961856030299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass90,726 miles (+2,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    90,726 miles
    Test number
    661537739287
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass88,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    88,525 miles
    Test number
    894746328290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,525 miles (+2,136)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,525 miles
    Test number
    172286628217
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass86,389 miles (+8,471)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    86,389 miles
    Test number
    984262947298
    • NoteExhaust is corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion to nearside front chassis

  17. Fail77,918 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,918 miles
    Test number
    581241726260
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

  18. Pass77,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    77,918 miles
    Test number
    681361826296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T135 JGC

Does T135 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T135 JGC expired on 20 Mar 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T135 JGC?
The MOT on T135 JGC expired on 20 Mar 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T135 JGC done?
T135 JGC was recorded at 115,290 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2023, an average of 2,223 miles a year.
Has T135 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T135 JGC has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T135 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 T135 JGC find?
T135 JGC failed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, and 7 more.

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