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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

T88 NJRMOT history

T88 NJR is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 71,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2025
Mileage
71,384 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 NJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 NJR was last recorded at 71,384 miles on 8 Apr 2024, 3,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,024 miles · 8 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3,360 miles
Average per year
4,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 71,384 miles
  • 2023 – 68,024 miles
  • 2022 – 64,305 miles
  • 2021 – 58,620 miles
  • 2020 – 53,585 miles
  • 2017 – 53,350 miles
  • 2016 – 49,405 miles
  • 2015 – 43,700 miles
  • 2014 – 38,711 miles
  • 2013 – 32,136 miles
  • 2012 – 23,190 miles
  • 2011 – 16,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,384 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively on limit (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySuspension rusty

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,384 miles (+3,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    71,384 miles
    Test number
    378170577050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively on limit (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension rusty

  2. Pass68,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,024 miles
    Test number
    978159449543
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low + perishing

  3. Fail68,024 miles (+3,719)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,024 miles
    Test number
    711156658372
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low + perishing

  4. Pass64,305 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    64,305 miles
    Test number
    892376230521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail64,298 miles (+5,678)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,298 miles
    Test number
    281980752624
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached already de-attached/snapped (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  6. Pass58,620 miles (+5,035)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    58,620 miles
    Test number
    349161271590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,585 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    53,585 miles
    Test number
    385498331396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail53,584 miles (+234)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,584 miles
    Test number
    266644861238
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass53,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,350 miles
    Test number
    992123317647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,349 miles (+3,944)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,349 miles
    Test number
    216463942715
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass49,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,405 miles
    Test number
    603309715695
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail49,405 miles (+5,705)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,405 miles
    Test number
    309673186311
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass43,700 miles (+4,989)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,700 miles
    Test number
    236183275443
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass38,711 miles (+6,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,711 miles
    Test number
    297461984161
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass32,136 miles (+8,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,136 miles
    Test number
    126453273171
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass23,190 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    23,190 miles
    Test number
    189475772190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail16,333 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,333 miles
    Test number
    147872681167
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass16,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,333 miles
    Test number
    977042281198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about T88 NJR

Does T88 NJR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T88 NJR expired on 7 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T88 NJR?
The MOT on T88 NJR expired on 7 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T88 NJR done?
T88 NJR was recorded at 71,384 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2024, an average of 4,310 miles a year.
Has T88 NJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 NJR has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T88 NJR 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 T88 NJR find?
T88 NJR passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively on limit; suspension rusty.

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