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Mazda MX-5

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

S89 AMSMOT history

S89 AMS is a grey petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 123,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2025.

S89 AMS grey Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mazda MX-5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2026
Mileage
123,412 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S89 AMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S89 AMS was last recorded at 123,412 miles on 31 Jul 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,407 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,412 miles
  • 2024 – 119,704 miles
  • 2017 – 118,325 miles
  • 2016 – 117,012 miles
  • 2014 – 112,497 miles
  • 2013 – 109,087 miles
  • 2011 – 109,075 miles
  • 2010 – 105,527 miles
  • 2008 – 95,312 miles
  • 2007 – 87,550 miles
  • 2006 – 81,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,412 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))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.

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Under side of vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,412 miles (+5)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    123,412 miles
    Test number
    862163021940
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail123,407 miles (+3,703)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,407 miles
    Test number
    157668508185
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Co excessive (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill marked in yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill marked in yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass119,704 miles (+1,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    119,704 miles
    Test number
    423168647940
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  4. Pass118,325 miles (+111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,325 miles
    Test number
    956792923299
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  5. Fail118,214 miles (+1,202)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,214 miles
    Test number
    954122709915
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  6. Pass117,012 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,012 miles
    Test number
    481723149029
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront and back suspension very rusty

  7. Fail117,012 miles (+4,515)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,012 miles
    Test number
    680665430565
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront and back suspension very rusty

  8. Pass112,497 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,497 miles
    Test number
    646903864130
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread starting to crack

  9. Fail112,497 miles (+3,410)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,497 miles
    Test number
    807393154181
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread starting to crack

  10. Pass109,087 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,087 miles
    Test number
    385392673161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,075 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    109,075 miles
    Test number
    858795191157
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail109,019 miles (+3,492)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,019 miles
    Test number
    158717931196
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass105,527 miles (+10,215)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    105,527 miles
    Test number
    843448910186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,312 miles (+7,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    95,312 miles
    Test number
    320136508358
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass87,550 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    87,550 miles
    Test number
    243260427345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail87,446 miles (+5,949)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,446 miles
    Test number
    791941517383
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  17. Pass81,497 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    81,497 miles
    Test number
    594575706374
    • NoteNearside front tyre on legal limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Questions about S89 AMS

Does S89 AMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S89 AMS expired on 30 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S89 AMS?
The MOT on S89 AMS expired on 30 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S89 AMS done?
S89 AMS was recorded at 123,412 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2025, an average of 2,236 miles a year.
Has S89 AMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S89 AMS has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S89 AMS 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 S89 AMS find?
S89 AMS passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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