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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T50 JLWMOT history

T50 JLW is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 106,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
106,142 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T50 JLW
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T50 JLW was last recorded at 106,142 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 2,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,093 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,049 miles
Average per year
2,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,142 miles
  • 2025 – 104,093 miles
  • 2024 – 100,100 miles
  • 2023 – 97,430 miles
  • 2022 – 92,321 miles
  • 2020 – 86,159 miles
  • 2019 – 80,786 miles
  • 2018 – 79,571 miles
  • 2017 – 78,169 miles
  • 2016 – 76,057 miles
  • 2015 – 73,390 miles
  • 2014 – 70,345 miles
  • 2013 – 68,422 miles
  • 2012 – 66,574 miles
  • 2011 – 65,011 miles
  • 2010 – 64,839 miles
  • 2009 – 64,049 miles
  • 2007 – 62,696 miles
  • 2006 – 54,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,142 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,142 miles (+2,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    106,142 miles
    Test number
    282425878024
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass104,093 miles (+3,993)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    104,093 miles
    Test number
    642905798688
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody Undersealed

  3. Pass100,100 miles (+2,670)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,100 miles
    Test number
    268768187793
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body undersealed

  4. Pass97,430 miles (+5,109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,430 miles
    Test number
    522758745034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff

  5. Pass92,321 miles (+6,162)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    92,321 miles
    Test number
    940791912677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,159 miles (+374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,159 miles
    Test number
    894951170299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail85,785 miles (+4,999)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,785 miles
    Test number
    592592007106
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass80,786 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    80,786 miles
    Test number
    469042115244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,780 miles (+532)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,780 miles
    Test number
    333875538933
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Body insecure inner arch (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body insecure outer sill (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body insecure inner arch (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body insecure outer sill (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail80,248 miles (+677)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,248 miles
    Test number
    340751017316
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass79,571 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,571 miles
    Test number
    118770702375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail79,512 miles (+1,343)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,512 miles
    Test number
    914325648804
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass78,169 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,169 miles
    Test number
    371334988514
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail78,165 miles (+2,108)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,165 miles
    Test number
    462194437004
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass76,057 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,057 miles
    Test number
    383418784325
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail76,057 miles (+2,667)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,057 miles
    Test number
    625799733621
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass73,390 miles (+3,045)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,390 miles
    Test number
    758448715191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,345 miles
    Test number
    226184294006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,345 miles (+1,923)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,345 miles
    Test number
    139583294002
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass68,422 miles (+1,848)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,422 miles
    Test number
    138852573459
    • NoteWINDSCREEN DAMAGED IN ZONE "A" BUT NOT LARGER THAN 10mm AT TIME OF TEST

  21. Fail66,574 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,574 miles
    Test number
    269052072043
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteENGINE OVERHEATED WHILST ON EMISSIONS TEST,THE COOLING FAN DID NOT WORK.
    • NoteOFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE CENTRE CHASSIS DAMAGED
    • NoteSLIGHT BRAKE BIND, NEARSIDE FRONT.
    • NoteTHE PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY IS ONLY JUST MAKING THE MINNIMUM ALLOWED (16%)

  22. Pass66,574 miles (+1,563)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,574 miles
    Test number
    605812972062
    • NoteENGINE OVERHEATED WHILST ON EMISSIONS TEST,THE COOLING FAN DID NOT WORK.
    • NoteOFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE CENTRE CHASSIS DAMAGED
    • NoteSLIGHT BRAKE BIND, NEARSIDE FRONT.
    • NoteTHE PARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY IS ONLY JUST MAKING THE MINNIMUM ALLOWED (16%)

  23. Pass65,011 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,011 miles
    Test number
    157806291045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,839 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,839 miles
    Test number
    330390900108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,049 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,049 miles
    Test number
    912050499052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,696 miles (+7,927)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    62,696 miles
    Test number
    850186657183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,769 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,769 miles
    Test number
    350281056145
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

Questions about T50 JLW

Does T50 JLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T50 JLW is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T50 JLW?
The MOT on T50 JLW is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T50 JLW done?
T50 JLW was recorded at 106,142 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 2,528 miles a year.
Has T50 JLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T50 JLW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on T50 JLW 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 T50 JLW find?
T50 JLW passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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