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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T406 JMXMOT history

T406 JMX is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 90,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
90,194 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T406 JMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T406 JMX was last recorded at 90,194 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,194 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,194 miles
  • 2025 – 89,636 miles
  • 2024 – 88,137 miles
  • 2023 – 86,351 miles
  • 2022 – 84,344 miles
  • 2021 – 82,635 miles
  • 2020 – 81,975 miles
  • 2019 – 80,598 miles
  • 2018 – 80,318 miles
  • 2017 – 79,953 miles
  • 2016 – 78,971 miles
  • 2015 – 77,780 miles
  • 2014 – 76,618 miles
  • 2013 – 75,281 miles
  • 2010 – 73,394 miles
  • 2009 – 71,864 miles
  • 2008 – 69,744 miles
  • 2007 – 67,493 miles
  • 2006 – 62,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,194 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all front suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box joining flange weak and badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,194 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    90,194 miles
    Test number
    580152745553
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all front suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box joining flange weak and badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail90,194 miles (+558)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,194 miles
    Test number
    168454968016
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all front suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box joining flange weak and badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass89,636 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    89,636 miles
    Test number
    158579215221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail89,628 miles (+1,491)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,628 miles
    Test number
    611805124451
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,137 miles (+1,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,137 miles
    Test number
    555013088573
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass86,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,351 miles
    Test number
    753578902165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,351 miles (+2,007)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,351 miles
    Test number
    418110998195
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass84,344 miles (+1,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,344 miles
    Test number
    175843786670
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass82,635 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    82,635 miles
    Test number
    122446156061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,975 miles (+1,377)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,975 miles
    Test number
    882370545372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,598 miles (+280)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,598 miles
    Test number
    938932863348
    • AdvisoryAll road tyres nearing ten years old
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight weep from sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion on subframe and all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Surface rust on subframe and all rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass80,318 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,318 miles
    Test number
    688804059196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,313 miles (+360)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,313 miles
    Test number
    262384782400
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass79,953 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,953 miles
    Test number
    561248678757
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail79,953 miles (+982)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,953 miles
    Test number
    493404942962
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outersill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass78,971 miles (+1,191)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,971 miles
    Test number
    501814017731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,780 miles (+1,162)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,780 miles
    Test number
    986276755184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteO/s/f washer jet not working

  18. Pass76,618 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,618 miles
    Test number
    177834004121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,281 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,281 miles
    Test number
    135216203108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,394 miles (+1,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    73,394 miles
    Test number
    874935380223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass71,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,864 miles
    Test number
    324263259428
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail71,864 miles (+2,120)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,864 miles
    Test number
    442352859288
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail69,744 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,744 miles
    Test number
    222293268284
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass69,744 miles (+2,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,744 miles
    Test number
    350343668291
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail67,493 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,493 miles
    Test number
    403398347230
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade slight smearing
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill rusting

  26. Pass67,493 miles (+4,547)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    67,493 miles
    Test number
    570298447235
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade slight smearing
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill rusting

  27. Pass62,946 miles (+936)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    62,946 miles
    Test number
    304122446284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    62,010 miles
    Test number
    281289986106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail62,010 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,010 miles
    Test number
    503416286119
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T406 JMX

Does T406 JMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T406 JMX is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T406 JMX?
The MOT on T406 JMX is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T406 JMX done?
T406 JMX was recorded at 90,194 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 1,400 miles a year.
Has T406 JMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T406 JMX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T406 JMX 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 T406 JMX find?
T406 JMX passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all front suspension components; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box joining flange weak and badly corroded; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened along with all rear suspension components.

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