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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T81 JGCMOT history

T81 JGC is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 103,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2026
Mileage
103,161 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T81 JGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T81 JGC was last recorded at 103,161 miles on 27 Jun 2025, 1,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,918 miles · 16 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,243 miles
Average per year
3,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,161 miles
  • 2024 – 101,918 miles
  • 2022 – 100,587 miles
  • 2021 – 100,112 miles
  • 2020 – 99,500 miles
  • 2019 – 98,797 miles
  • 2018 – 96,060 miles
  • 2017 – 95,942 miles
  • 2016 – 92,544 miles
  • 2015 – 86,276 miles
  • 2014 – 80,341 miles
  • 2013 – 72,369 miles
  • 2012 – 64,422 miles
  • 2011 – 58,486 miles
  • 2010 – 52,814 miles
  • 2009 – 49,253 miles
  • 2008 – 44,651 miles
  • 2007 – 40,119 miles
  • 2006 – 35,782 miles
  • 2005 – 29,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,161 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame 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.

  • Engine leaking oil *** advise attention ***

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,161 miles (+1,243)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    103,161 miles
    Test number
    464344543250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,918 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    101,918 miles
    Test number
    198245341946
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail101,915 miles (+63)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,915 miles
    Test number
    198340553581
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail101,852 miles (+1,265)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,852 miles
    Test number
    230778823712
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,587 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,587 miles
    Test number
    825350527694
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail100,577 miles (+465)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,577 miles
    Test number
    188785717055
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded across rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass100,112 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    838658625814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail100,112 miles (+612)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,112 miles
    Test number
    309795984585
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear pipe (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper And Lower Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass99,500 miles (+703)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    99,500 miles
    Test number
    922476472849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,797 miles
    Test number
    643629007801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,797 miles (+2,737)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,797 miles
    Test number
    763204449577
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass96,060 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,060 miles
    Test number
    438132189023
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil *** advise attention ***
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** advise attention *** (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** advise attention *** (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail96,057 miles (+115)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,057 miles
    Test number
    929936632375
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint swivel. (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil *** advise attention ***
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** advise attention *** (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit *** advise attention *** (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail95,942 miles (+3,398)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,942 miles
    Test number
    681668462874
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill. (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill. (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil *** advise attention ***
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread low at 2 mm. *** advise attention ***

  15. Pass92,544 miles (+6,268)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    763806296391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,276 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,276 miles
    Test number
    797705999372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,079 miles (+5,738)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,079 miles
    Test number
    585457250049
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass80,341 miles (+7,972)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,341 miles
    Test number
    996583524359
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight drag on nearside front wheel

  19. Pass72,369 miles (+7,947)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,369 miles
    Test number
    425362433453
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion getting into both sill panels
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass64,422 miles (+5,936)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,422 miles
    Test number
    378452412435
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear inner brake pads low.

  21. Pass58,486 miles (+5,672)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,486 miles
    Test number
    336963611459
    • NoteBoth rear suspension coil springs slightly corroded.
    • NoteO/S inner door handle button sticking - adjustment reqd?
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has 2mm min tread left.
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded slightly.
    • NoteRear inner brake pads just starting to get a bit low.

  22. Pass52,814 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,814 miles
    Test number
    380510210408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail52,814 miles (+3,561)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,814 miles
    Test number
    391689300212
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass49,253 miles (+4,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,253 miles
    Test number
    634259909212
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  25. Pass44,651 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,651 miles
    Test number
    712840208224
    • NoteBoth front tyres crarked\perished but not enough to expose cords

  26. Fail44,651 miles (+4,532)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,651 miles
    Test number
    921040108269
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres crarked\perished but not enough to expose cords

  27. Pass40,119 miles (+4,337)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,119 miles
    Test number
    590890807231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,782 miles (+6,091)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,782 miles
    Test number
    304454216458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    29,691 miles
    Test number
    260337125285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T81 JGC

Does T81 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T81 JGC expired on 26 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T81 JGC?
The MOT on T81 JGC expired on 26 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T81 JGC done?
T81 JGC was recorded at 103,161 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2025, an average of 3,698 miles a year.
Has T81 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T81 JGC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T81 JGC 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 T81 JGC find?
T81 JGC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 6 more.

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