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AE65 VFO

2015 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,934 mi
Last recorded41,934 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2015 Mazda MX-528,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE65 VFO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 41,934 miles

Central Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bottom shock bush worn (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bottom shock bush worn (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 38,624 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 35,033 miles

Both rear tyres are getting very close to the legal limit

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Aug 2022 31,285 miles

Both rear tyres are more than half worn / getting close to the legal limit

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Fail 22 Aug 2022 31,285 miles

Both rear tyres are more than half worn / getting close to the legal limit

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 27,381 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Aug 2020 23,192 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 23,181 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 18,865 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 14,240 miles

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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AE65 VFO is a 2015 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2015 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 28,002 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE65 VFO, 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 11 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AE65 VFO registered?

AE65 VFO is a 2015 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2015.

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