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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

S88 COSMOT history

S88 COS is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 21 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

S88 COS grey 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 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
95,853 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 COS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 COS was last recorded at 95,853 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 6,589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,264 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,589 miles
Average per year
3,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,853 miles
  • 2024 – 89,264 miles
  • 2023 – 73,715 miles
  • 2022 – 73,368 miles
  • 2021 – 72,409 miles
  • 2020 – 71,043 miles
  • 2019 – 68,908 miles
  • 2017 – 66,252 miles
  • 2014 – 66,192 miles
  • 2013 – 65,745 miles
  • 2012 – 65,136 miles
  • 2011 – 61,488 miles
  • 2010 – 54,326 miles
  • 2009 – 46,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,853 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE tyre worn very low on outer edge of the tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,853 miles (+6,589)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    95,853 miles
    Test number
    500987438150
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,264 miles (+4,430)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,264 miles
    Test number
    571244258435
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,834 miles (+11,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    84,834 miles
    Test number
    391073476141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot/sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass73,715 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    73,715 miles
    Test number
    680441035267
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE tyre worn very low on outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail73,715 miles (+347)1 dangerous1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,715 miles
    Test number
    664639544067
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE tyre worn very low on outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass73,368 miles (+959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    73,368 miles
    Test number
    935197160926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass72,409 miles (+1,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,409 miles
    Test number
    226557508958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass71,043 miles (+2,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,043 miles
    Test number
    330241956076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass68,908 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,908 miles
    Test number
    405503246311
    • AdvisorySuspension components generally corroded

  10. Fail68,907 miles (+2,655)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,907 miles
    Test number
    960674444417
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisorySuspension components generally corroded

  11. Pass66,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,252 miles
    Test number
    245979307129
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All front suspension (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail66,252 miles (+60)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,252 miles
    Test number
    331174534555
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All front suspension (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass66,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,192 miles
    Test number
    486333234202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,192 miles (+447)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,192 miles
    Test number
    535423434214
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass65,745 miles (+609)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,745 miles
    Test number
    328146433479
    • NoteSuspension components are corroded

  16. Pass65,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,136 miles
    Test number
    396576132457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,136 miles (+3,648)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,136 miles
    Test number
    376786232235
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass61,488 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,488 miles
    Test number
    315466131448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,483 miles (+7,157)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,483 miles
    Test number
    409801831291
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass54,326 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,326 miles
    Test number
    112495040127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wear on edges

  21. Fail54,326 miles (+8,289)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,326 miles
    Test number
    873045340136
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wear on edges

  22. Pass46,037 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,037 miles
    Test number
    964596349115
    • NoteBoth front brake disc corroded
    • NoteBoth rear brake disc corroded and pads getting low

Questions about S88 COS

Does S88 COS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 COS is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S88 COS?
The MOT on S88 COS is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 COS done?
S88 COS was recorded at 95,853 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 3,039 miles a year.
Has S88 COS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 COS has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S88 COS 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 S88 COS find?
S88 COS passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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