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Mazda MX-5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,840 cc

Y288 MVXMOT history

Y288 MVX is a black petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 26 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 89,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2024.

Y288 MVX black Mazda MX-5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2025
Mileage
89,131 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2024
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 MVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,840 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 MVX was last recorded at 89,131 miles on 14 Sept 2024, 759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
88,372 miles · 16 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
759 miles
Average per year
3,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,131 miles
  • 2023 – 88,372 miles
  • 2022 – 85,200 miles
  • 2021 – 80,317 miles
  • 2019 – 78,434 miles
  • 2018 – 75,819 miles
  • 2017 – 71,444 miles
  • 2016 – 63,000 miles
  • 2015 – 58,262 miles
  • 2014 – 54,204 miles
  • 2013 – 49,995 miles
  • 2012 – 45,503 miles
  • 2011 – 42,460 miles
  • 2010 – 39,387 miles
  • 2009 – 35,984 miles
  • 2008 – 32,751 miles
  • 2007 – 28,313 miles
  • 2006 – 24,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,131 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under driver door sill slightly weakened requires repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,131 miles (+759)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,131 miles
    Test number
    353678782656
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under driver door sill slightly weakened requires repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass88,372 miles (+3,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,372 miles
    Test number
    301599875766
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass85,200 miles (+4,883)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,200 miles
    Test number
    154684070852
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass80,317 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,317 miles
    Test number
    720648979790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,434 miles (+2,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,434 miles
    Test number
    758908657153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass75,819 miles (+4,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,819 miles
    Test number
    865310791347
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass71,444 miles (+8,444)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    71,444 miles
    Test number
    409384212724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,000 miles (+4,738)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    63,000 miles
    Test number
    230180877439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,262 miles
    Test number
    388556705281
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail58,262 miles (+4,058)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,262 miles
    Test number
    589646705235
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass54,204 miles (+4,209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,204 miles
    Test number
    826254314232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass49,995 miles (+4,492)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,995 miles
    Test number
    258961013212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,503 miles (+3,043)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,503 miles
    Test number
    745799102217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty but serviceable

  14. Pass42,460 miles (+3,073)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,460 miles
    Test number
    337889201438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,387 miles (+3,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,387 miles
    Test number
    973010110275
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass35,984 miles (+3,233)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,984 miles
    Test number
    103600519290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,751 miles (+4,438)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,751 miles
    Test number
    994204808271
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades slightly deteriorated

  18. Pass28,313 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,313 miles
    Test number
    463055107207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    24,289 miles
    Test number
    752775406238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y288 MVX

Does Y288 MVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y288 MVX expired on 15 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y288 MVX?
The MOT on Y288 MVX expired on 15 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y288 MVX done?
Y288 MVX was recorded at 89,131 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2024, an average of 3,574 miles a year.
Has Y288 MVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 MVX has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on Y288 MVX 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 Y288 MVX find?
Y288 MVX passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower arms; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under driver door sill slightly weakened requires repair; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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