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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T5 LJCMOT history

T5 LJC is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 3 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 36,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
36,157 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LJC
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
3 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LJC was last recorded at 36,157 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,739 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
418 miles
Average per year
874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,157 miles
  • 2025 – 35,739 miles
  • 2024 – 35,653 miles
  • 2023 – 35,547 miles
  • 2022 – 35,240 miles
  • 2021 – 34,503 miles
  • 2020 – 34,149 miles
  • 2019 – 33,776 miles
  • 2018 – 32,320 miles
  • 2017 – 30,843 miles
  • 2016 – 29,609 miles
  • 2015 – 28,906 miles
  • 2014 – 28,197 miles
  • 2013 – 27,849 miles
  • 2012 – 27,261 miles
  • 2011 – 26,384 miles
  • 2010 – 24,984 miles
  • 2009 – 23,243 miles
  • 2008 – 21,711 miles
  • 2007 – 20,298 miles
  • 2006 – 18,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,157 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,157 miles (+418)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    36,157 miles
    Test number
    354654478248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass35,739 miles (+86)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    35,739 miles
    Test number
    996346866038
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components general corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components general corrosion

  3. Pass35,653 miles (+106)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    35,653 miles
    Test number
    436709483233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass35,547 miles (+307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    35,547 miles
    Test number
    198575686656
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear outer sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside front & both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass35,240 miles (+737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    35,240 miles
    Test number
    917323677188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass34,503 miles (+354)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,503 miles
    Test number
    958463503078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,149 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    34,149 miles
    Test number
    708699106840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass33,776 miles (+1,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    33,776 miles
    Test number
    443629237017
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass32,320 miles (+1,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,320 miles
    Test number
    563518006701
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass30,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    30,843 miles
    Test number
    291926995158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail30,843 miles (+1,234)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,843 miles
    Test number
    927702648948
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  12. Pass29,609 miles (+703)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,609 miles
    Test number
    651403819360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,906 miles (+709)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,906 miles
    Test number
    826774005227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,197 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    28,197 miles
    Test number
    976268594103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,849 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,849 miles
    Test number
    315926303299
    • NoteCorroded exhaust
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edge

  16. Fail27,849 miles (+588)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,849 miles
    Test number
    639196903284
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCorroded exhaust
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edge

  17. Fail27,261 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,261 miles
    Test number
    155728402259
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass27,261 miles (+877)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,261 miles
    Test number
    546498302274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,384 miles (+1,400)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,384 miles
    Test number
    905862101248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,984 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,984 miles
    Test number
    913019580110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,243 miles (+1,532)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    23,243 miles
    Test number
    213004689135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,711 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,711 miles
    Test number
    181167988135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,298 miles (+1,674)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,298 miles
    Test number
    563144187133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,624 miles
    Test number
    362355976141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 LJC

Does T5 LJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LJC is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LJC?
The MOT on T5 LJC is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 LJC done?
T5 LJC was recorded at 36,157 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 874 miles a year.
Has T5 LJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LJC has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on T5 LJC 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 T5 LJC find?
T5 LJC passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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