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Mazda MX-5

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T79 JGFMOT history

T79 JGF is a green petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 80,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2023
Mileage
80,427 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T79 JGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T79 JGF was last recorded at 80,427 miles on 30 Apr 2022, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,420 miles · 28 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,427 miles
  • 2020 – 74,930 miles
  • 2019 – 71,344 miles
  • 2018 – 66,450 miles
  • 2017 – 64,232 miles
  • 2016 – 63,458 miles
  • 2015 – 61,752 miles
  • 2014 – 60,580 miles
  • 2013 – 59,272 miles
  • 2012 – 57,274 miles
  • 2011 – 55,162 miles
  • 2010 – 52,553 miles
  • 2009 – 49,495 miles
  • 2008 – 46,627 miles
  • 2007 – 43,738 miles
  • 2006 – 39,935 miles
  • 2005 – 33,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,427 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s warn on edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded front and rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,427 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    80,427 miles
    Test number
    367279899679
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s warn on edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded front and rear

  2. Fail80,420 miles (+5,490)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,420 miles
    Test number
    185738884343
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s warn on edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded front and rear

  3. Pass74,930 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    829311710442
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside of chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Fail74,930 miles (+3,586)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    476220516757
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake performance not tested brakes worn to metal (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass71,344 miles (+4,894)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,344 miles
    Test number
    103625109689
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened quite bad on outer surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel close to limit

  6. Pass66,450 miles4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,450 miles
    Test number
    497923873804
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output outer lens misted will need attention soon (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output outer lens misted will need attention soon (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive close to limit will need attention soon (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion and corrosion to brake and suspension components
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel close to limit may need attention soon

  7. Fail66,450 miles (+2,218)1 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,450 miles
    Test number
    214355093161
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output outer lens misted will need attention soon (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output outer lens misted will need attention soon (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive close to limit will need attention soon (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion and corrosion to brake and suspension components
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel close to limit may need attention soon

  8. Pass64,232 miles (+774)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,232 miles
    Test number
    706529897795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass63,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,458 miles
    Test number
    122597409681
    • AdvisoryRear discs pitted

  10. Fail63,458 miles (+1,706)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,458 miles
    Test number
    549119470406
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt wishbone arm boot split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear discs pitted

  11. Pass61,752 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,752 miles
    Test number
    459826398217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,649 miles (+1,069)3 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,649 miles
    Test number
    417772556408
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch / chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  13. Pass60,580 miles (+1,308)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,580 miles
    Test number
    738438314258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass59,272 miles (+23)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,272 miles
    Test number
    348953733236
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSuspension components corroded

  15. Fail59,249 miles (+1,975)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,249 miles
    Test number
    216714223222
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSuspension components corroded

  16. Pass57,274 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,274 miles
    Test number
    325748222469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cuts to sidewall but cords/ply not visable

  17. Fail57,274 miles (+2,112)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,274 miles
    Test number
    349778922218
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cuts to sidewall but cords/ply not visable

  18. Pass55,162 miles (+2,609)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,162 miles
    Test number
    559178621295
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to perish
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting wear on on inner edges
    • NoteOffside front brakes showing signs of heat
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front wheel binding

  19. Pass52,553 miles (+3,058)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,553 miles
    Test number
    632914120255
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  20. Pass49,495 miles (+2,868)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,495 miles
    Test number
    964935329299
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delamimat

  21. Pass46,627 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,627 miles
    Test number
    882892838291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Fail46,553 miles (+2,815)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,553 miles
    Test number
    764347128248
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside tyre side wall splitting

  23. Pass43,738 miles (+3,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,738 miles
    Test number
    704772437287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass39,935 miles (+6,404)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,935 miles
    Test number
    720926426217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside parking brake effort low

  25. Fail33,531 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    284116515425
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  26. Pass33,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    961086415163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T79 JGF

Does T79 JGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T79 JGF expired on 29 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T79 JGF?
The MOT on T79 JGF expired on 29 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T79 JGF done?
T79 JGF was recorded at 80,427 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2022, an average of 2,757 miles a year.
Has T79 JGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T79 JGF has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T79 JGF 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 T79 JGF find?
T79 JGF passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2022 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s warn on edges and perishing, and 4 more.

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