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Mazda MX-5

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,840 cc

T876 JGCMOT history

T876 JGC is a gold petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
102,359 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T876 JGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T876 JGC was last recorded at 102,359 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,353 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,359 miles
  • 2022 – 95,696 miles
  • 2020 – 91,008 miles
  • 2017 – 88,212 miles
  • 2016 – 86,661 miles
  • 2015 – 84,516 miles
  • 2014 – 83,151 miles
  • 2013 – 80,807 miles
  • 2012 – 77,534 miles
  • 2011 – 66,325 miles
  • 2009 – 64,420 miles
  • 2008 – 58,747 miles
  • 2007 – 54,057 miles
  • 2006 – 46,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,359 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Surface rust under the vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Suspension components has slight corrosion park brake has little reserve travel Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,359 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,359 miles
    Test number
    480418067741
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail102,353 miles (+6,657)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,353 miles
    Test number
    546892508555
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass95,696 miles (+4,688)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    95,696 miles
    Test number
    623637879229
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass91,008 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,008 miles
    Test number
    943883695274
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface rust under the vehicle
    • AdvisorySuspension components has slight corrosion park brake has little reserve travel Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

  5. Fail91,008 miles (+2,396)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,008 miles
    Test number
    133865491927
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface rust under the vehicle
    • AdvisorySuspension components has slight corrosion park brake has little reserve travel Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

  6. Fail88,612 miles (+400)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,612 miles
    Test number
    904031541999
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisorySuspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has corrosion

  7. Pass88,212 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,212 miles
    Test number
    180080747696
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill corroded

  8. Fail88,212 miles (+1,551)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,212 miles
    Test number
    971277770771
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension arms has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s outer sill corroded

  9. Pass86,661 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,661 miles
    Test number
    146237668816
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sill starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear silencer after catalytic converter rattling
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged both rear (4.1.D.1e)

  10. Fail86,644 miles (+2,128)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,644 miles
    Test number
    953390516007
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisorySevere oil leakage.

  11. Pass84,516 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,516 miles
    Test number
    467618895046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside & nearside front brakes binding slightly.
    • NoteOffside rear, outer sill corroded.
    • NoteOil leakage on engine, recommend further investigation.
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate.

  12. Fail84,516 miles (+1,365)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,516 miles
    Test number
    595477295054
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside & nearside front brakes binding slightly.
    • NoteOffside rear, outer sill corroded.
    • NoteOil leakage on engine, recommend further investigation.
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate.

  13. Pass83,151 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,151 miles
    Test number
    417838094015
    • NoteOffside & nearside outer sills corroding.

  14. Fail83,151 miles (+2,344)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,151 miles
    Test number
    825558594072
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteBrake fluid level (reservoir) slight low.
    • NoteNearside front brake, slight binding, brake pads deteriorating.
    • NoteOffside & nearside outer sills corroding.

  15. Pass80,807 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,807 miles
    Test number
    367918693044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,534 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,534 miles
    Test number
    715115292050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,438 miles (+11,113)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,438 miles
    Test number
    916353482034
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass66,325 miles (+1,905)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,325 miles
    Test number
    477930991067
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake discs corroded[vehicle standing]

  19. Pass64,420 miles (+5,673)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,420 miles
    Test number
    334494399194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,747 miles (+4,690)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,747 miles
    Test number
    730130778109
    • NoteRear discs corrode & worn

  21. Pass54,057 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    54,057 miles
    Test number
    313122977197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    46,712 miles
    Test number
    942940176174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T876 JGC

Does T876 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T876 JGC is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T876 JGC?
The MOT on T876 JGC is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T876 JGC done?
T876 JGC was recorded at 102,359 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 2,875 miles a year.
Has T876 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T876 JGC has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T876 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 T876 JGC find?
T876 JGC passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2.

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