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AC55 ART

2007 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,305 mi
Last recorded75,305 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC55 ART
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 75,305 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 71,842 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 66,934 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 60,480 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 53,576 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 46,337 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2019 46,337 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 44,039 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 44,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 39,784 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 May 2017 39,784 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 36,297 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 32,987 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 28,405 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 23,091 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 17,783 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 14,168 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 8,804 miles

small cut in nearside rear tyre + has nail in tread

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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AC55 ART is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 51,030 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC55 ART, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 19 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AC55 ART registered?

AC55 ART is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is AC55 ART safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC55 ART shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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