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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

S20 COGMOT history

S20 COG is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 28 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 77,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

S20 COG black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
77,744 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 COG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 COG was last recorded at 77,744 miles on 8 May 2026, 228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,516 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
228 miles
Average per year
2,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,744 miles
  • 2025 – 77,516 miles
  • 2024 – 77,389 miles
  • 2023 – 77,143 miles
  • 2022 – 76,984 miles
  • 2021 – 76,555 miles
  • 2019 – 76,315 miles
  • 2018 – 74,476 miles
  • 2017 – 74,279 miles
  • 2016 – 71,620 miles
  • 2015 – 68,990 miles
  • 2014 – 63,293 miles
  • 2013 – 52,918 miles
  • 2012 – 46,654 miles
  • 2011 – 45,354 miles
  • 2009 – 39,893 miles
  • 2008 – 39,362 miles
  • 2007 – 33,755 miles
  • 2006 – 27,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,744 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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,744 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    657911288056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,516 miles (+127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    77,516 miles
    Test number
    130926467176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack slight weep
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle wax oiled

  3. Pass77,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,389 miles
    Test number
    735493447536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail77,389 miles (+246)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,389 miles
    Test number
    100748265146
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass77,143 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    77,143 miles
    Test number
    767795514001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,984 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,984 miles
    Test number
    136429005486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,972 miles (+417)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,972 miles
    Test number
    976550237774
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass76,555 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,555 miles
    Test number
    814184292487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,315 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,315 miles
    Test number
    234556902345
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail76,313 miles (+1,837)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,313 miles
    Test number
    934593253887
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass74,476 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,476 miles
    Test number
    789086416595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,474 miles (+195)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,474 miles
    Test number
    513549393099
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor deformed/split (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass74,279 miles (+2,659)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,279 miles
    Test number
    347721381019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass71,620 miles (+2,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,620 miles
    Test number
    699539474244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass68,990 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,990 miles
    Test number
    306553225432
    • NoteDriver side door panel loose
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail68,990 miles (+5,697)3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,990 miles
    Test number
    339633525423
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteDriver side door panel loose
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass63,293 miles (+24)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,293 miles
    Test number
    858237794177
    • 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)
    • NoteRear exhaust tailpipe broken off

  18. Fail63,269 miles (+10,351)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,269 miles
    Test number
    236309384480
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear exhaust tailpipe broken off

  19. Pass52,918 miles (+6,264)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,918 miles
    Test number
    719892583134
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail46,654 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,654 miles
    Test number
    157860872183
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass46,654 miles (+1,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,654 miles
    Test number
    585740672107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass45,354 miles (+5,461)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,354 miles
    Test number
    919895921113
    • NoteFront and rear discs are slightly pitted.

  23. Pass39,893 miles (+531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,893 miles
    Test number
    832826079131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass39,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,362 miles
    Test number
    360805888163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,362 miles (+5,607)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,362 miles
    Test number
    490744888163
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass33,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    33,755 miles
    Test number
    882253497161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail33,755 miles (+5,927)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,755 miles
    Test number
    264373497139
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass27,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,828 miles
    Test number
    674182996145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail27,828 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,828 miles
    Test number
    241291596133
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Questions about S20 COG

Does S20 COG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 COG is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 COG?
The MOT on S20 COG is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 COG done?
S20 COG was recorded at 77,744 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 2,518 miles a year.
Has S20 COG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 COG has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S20 COG 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 S20 COG find?
S20 COG passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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