
Mazda MX-5
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc
T527 JSLMOT history
T527 JSL is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 76,872 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 76,872 mi
- At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 34
- 21 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 2,844 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T527 JSL
- 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
- 28 May 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T527 JSL was last recorded at 76,872 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 76,764 miles · 9 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 108 miles
- Average per year
- 2,844 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 76,872 miles
- 2025 – 74,380 miles
- 2024 – 72,885 miles
- 2023 – 71,455 miles
- 2022 – 70,001 miles
- 2021 – 68,244 miles
- 2020 – 66,998 miles
- 2019 – 64,595 miles
- 2018 – 62,630 miles
- 2017 – 59,629 miles
- 2016 – 57,739 miles
- 2015 – 55,096 miles
- 2014 – 51,546 miles
- 2013 – 48,895 miles
- 2012 – 47,172 miles
- 2011 – 40,281 miles
- 2010 – 36,956 miles
- 2009 – 33,085 miles
- 2008 – 29,295 miles
- 2007 – 24,463 miles
- 2006 – 19,899 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TYRE OVER TWELVE YEARS OLD STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryWiper blades wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025
Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021
Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021
Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021
Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018
Full MOT history
34 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass76,872 miles (+108)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 76,872 miles
- Test number
- 298797126940
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TYRE OVER TWELVE YEARS OLD STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryWiper blades worn
Fail76,764 miles (+2,384)2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,764 miles
- Test number
- 201459425725
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TYRE OVER TWELVE YEARS OLD STRONGLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryWiper blades worn
Pass74,380 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 74,380 miles
- Test number
- 860272796793
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail74,380 miles (+1,495)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,380 miles
- Test number
- 163669880959
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass72,885 miles (+1,430)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 72,885 miles
- Test number
- 714589872353
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,455 miles (+1,454)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 71,455 miles
- Test number
- 207092003997
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass70,001 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 70,001 miles
- Test number
- 378134922908
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail70,001 miles (+1,757)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,001 miles
- Test number
- 508995360001
- DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass68,244 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 68,244 miles
- Test number
- 827179935777
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail68,244 miles (+1,246)3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,244 miles
- Test number
- 690485878238
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass66,998 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 66,998 miles
- Test number
- 732221729193
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail66,998 miles (+2,403)1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,998 miles
- Test number
- 661421044640
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass64,595 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2020
- Odometer
- 64,595 miles
- Test number
- 449258723202
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail64,595 miles (+1,965)3 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,595 miles
- Test number
- 420147606918
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass62,630 miles (+3,001)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2019
- Odometer
- 62,630 miles
- Test number
- 685288156766
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake slightly binding on.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished in treads.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass59,629 miles12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2018
- Odometer
- 59,629 miles
- Test number
- 218308799511
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail59,629 miles (+1,890)1 repaired12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,629 miles
- Test number
- 394384451180
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass57,739 miles (+2,643)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2017
- Odometer
- 57,739 miles
- Test number
- 542491522646
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Pass55,096 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2016
- Odometer
- 55,096 miles
- Test number
- 736709625131
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Fail55,096 miles (+3,550)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 55,096 miles
- Test number
- 435645925128
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Pass51,546 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 51,546 miles
- Test number
- 175052794411
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail51,546 miles (+2,651)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 51,546 miles
- Test number
- 188677584060
- FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Pass48,895 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 48,895 miles
- Test number
- 436045393098
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail48,895 miles (+1,723)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,895 miles
- Test number
- 409751383084
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass47,172 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 47,172 miles
- Test number
- 768673692099
- NoteO/s rear brake disc exess corroded
Fail47,172 miles (+6,891)4 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,172 miles
- Test number
- 105853192400
- FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteO/s rear brake disc exess corroded
Pass40,281 miles (+3,325)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 40,281 miles
- Test number
- 218430071091
- NoteRear discs corroded
Pass36,956 miles (+3,871)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 36,956 miles
- Test number
- 642826480006
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass33,085 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 33,085 miles
- Test number
- 602232499003
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail33,085 miles (+3,790)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 33,085 miles
- Test number
- 442292699074
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass29,295 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 29,295 miles
- Test number
- 143735898433
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail29,295 miles (+4,832)2 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 29,295 miles
- Test number
- 201414398093
- FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- NoteExhaust blowing from all joints
Pass24,463 miles (+4,564)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 24,463 miles
- Test number
- 160393797494
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass19,899 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 19,899 miles
- Test number
- 981835696016
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T527 JSL
- Does T527 JSL currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T527 JSL is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T527 JSL?
- The MOT on T527 JSL is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T527 JSL done?
- T527 JSL was recorded at 76,872 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 2,844 miles a year.
- Has T527 JSL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T527 JSL has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on T527 JSL 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 T527 JSL find?
- T527 JSL passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre over twelve years old strongly advise replacement; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.
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