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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T253 JBHMOT history

T253 JBH is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jun 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 84,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jun 2024
Mileage
84,128 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2023
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T253 JBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T253 JBH was last recorded at 84,128 miles on 5 Jun 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,125 miles · 31 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 84,128 miles
  • 2019 – 84,122 miles
  • 2016 – 82,766 miles
  • 2015 – 81,342 miles
  • 2014 – 79,772 miles
  • 2013 – 78,167 miles
  • 2012 – 77,327 miles
  • 2011 – 74,311 miles
  • 2010 – 68,885 miles
  • 2009 – 63,911 miles
  • 2008 – 60,988 miles
  • 2007 – 54,555 miles
  • 2006 – 49,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,128 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderbody repairs undersealed

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,128 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    84,128 miles
    Test number
    860013788678
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderbody repairs undersealed

  2. Fail84,125 miles (+3)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,125 miles
    Test number
    884157404902
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both inner arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  3. Pass84,122 miles (+1,356)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,122 miles
    Test number
    332243264085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass82,766 miles (+1,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,766 miles
    Test number
    234924323415
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion On arches (6.1.B.2)

  5. Pass81,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,342 miles
    Test number
    867031815128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail81,341 miles (+1,569)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,341 miles
    Test number
    129521715108
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  7. Pass79,772 miles (+1,605)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,772 miles
    Test number
    269445804404
    • NoteDrivers side wiper split
    • NoteO/s/r slight bind

  8. Pass78,167 miles (+840)11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,167 miles
    Test number
    279528703199
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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 Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSurface corrosion in front & rear subframes

  9. Pass77,327 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,327 miles
    Test number
    897870312197
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail77,323 miles (+3,012)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,323 miles
    Test number
    268128602144
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  11. Pass74,311 miles (+33)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    74,311 miles
    Test number
    749447441011
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight inbalence rear brakes.

  12. Fail74,278 miles (+5,393)5 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,278 miles
    Test number
    136262141022
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f wheel stiff to turn,no bind detected on brake roller test.
    • NoteOil level on min mark.
    • NoteSlight inbalence front brakes.
    • NoteSlight inbalence rear brakes.

  13. Pass68,885 miles (+4,974)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    68,885 miles
    Test number
    964979240062
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass63,911 miles (+41)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,911 miles
    Test number
    804311759008
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake disc inner edges corroded

  15. Fail63,870 miles (+2,882)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,870 miles
    Test number
    913547549041
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake disc inner edges corroded

  16. Pass60,988 miles (+6,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    60,988 miles
    Test number
    104893058453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass54,555 miles (+4,579)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    54,555 miles
    Test number
    901133857030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    49,976 miles
    Test number
    942952156076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T253 JBH

Does T253 JBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T253 JBH expired on 4 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T253 JBH?
The MOT on T253 JBH expired on 4 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T253 JBH done?
T253 JBH was recorded at 84,128 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2023, an average of 1,976 miles a year.
Has T253 JBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T253 JBH has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T253 JBH 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 T253 JBH find?
T253 JBH passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2023 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded x4; general underbody corrosion; underbody repairs undersealed.

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