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Mazda MX-5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T829 JRDMOT history

T829 JRD is a blue petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 143,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2026
Mileage
143,734 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T829 JRD
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T829 JRD was last recorded at 143,734 miles on 2 Jul 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,723 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,734 miles
  • 2024 – 142,360 miles
  • 2023 – 140,449 miles
  • 2021 – 139,264 miles
  • 2020 – 135,778 miles
  • 2019 – 134,126 miles
  • 2018 – 133,129 miles
  • 2017 – 131,793 miles
  • 2016 – 130,598 miles
  • 2015 – 129,884 miles
  • 2014 – 124,019 miles
  • 2013 – 124,001 miles
  • 2012 – 110,947 miles
  • 2011 – 103,068 miles
  • 2009 – 95,748 miles
  • 2008 – 85,159 miles
  • 2006 – 76,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,734 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,734 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,734 miles
    Test number
    550379552463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail143,723 miles (+1,363)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,723 miles
    Test number
    241088384772
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  3. Pass142,360 miles (+1,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    142,360 miles
    Test number
    120072260109
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion through out vehicle

  4. Pass140,449 miles (+1,185)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,449 miles
    Test number
    619074691223
    • AdvisoryCentral Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake slight travel

  5. Pass139,264 miles (+3,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,264 miles
    Test number
    688232090521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass135,778 miles (+1,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    135,778 miles
    Test number
    459239912705
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass134,126 miles (+997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,126 miles
    Test number
    731996509812
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass133,129 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    133,129 miles
    Test number
    433202257239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,793 miles (+1,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    131,793 miles
    Test number
    162514217557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass130,598 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,598 miles
    Test number
    201929487608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2.0 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3.0 mm 195/50 x 15 82 v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill panel corroded poorly repaired with body filler
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  11. Fail130,598 miles (+714)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,598 miles
    Test number
    614993599078
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor pan ,seat mounting (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2.0 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3.0 mm 195/50 x 15 82 v (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill panel corroded poorly repaired with body filler
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  12. Pass129,884 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    129,884 miles
    Test number
    769918425054
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components corroded

  13. Fail129,871 miles (+5,852)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,871 miles
    Test number
    329987315038
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components corroded

  14. Pass124,019 miles (+18)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    124,019 miles
    Test number
    347088404033
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail124,001 miles (+8,491)3 failures8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,001 miles
    Test number
    518354663355
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass115,510 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    115,510 miles
    Test number
    535828503065
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail115,436 miles (+4,489)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,436 miles
    Test number
    286404203003
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight bind front brakes.

  18. Pass110,947 miles (+98)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    110,947 miles
    Test number
    106659202487
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside abs senser bolt snapt

  19. Fail110,849 miles (+7,781)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,849 miles
    Test number
    537002402016
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNearside abs senser bolt snapt

  20. Pass103,068 miles (+7,320)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    103,068 miles
    Test number
    216975501008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,748 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,748 miles
    Test number
    383024169390
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass95,748 miles (+5,956)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,748 miles
    Test number
    563034469363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass89,792 miles (+4,633)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    89,792 miles
    Test number
    773386609092
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to all front and rear suspension units
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads are wearing low
    • NoteFront wipers are badly smearing when tested recommend replacing wipers
    • NoteHand brake needs adjustment to travel of lever
    • NoteNearside number plate light looks dull recommend replacing bulb
    • NoteStone chips to front screen

  24. Pass85,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    85,159 miles
    Test number
    794545108010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,159 miles (+8,504)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,159 miles
    Test number
    880305808000
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass76,655 miles (+6,543)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    76,655 miles
    Test number
    422665756373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,112 miles
    Test number
    191575956042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T829 JRD

Does T829 JRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T829 JRD expired on 1 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T829 JRD?
The MOT on T829 JRD expired on 1 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T829 JRD done?
T829 JRD was recorded at 143,734 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2025, an average of 3,805 miles a year.
Has T829 JRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T829 JRD has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T829 JRD 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 T829 JRD find?
T829 JRD passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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