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AS63 ELS

2017 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,071 mi
Last recorded39,071 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda MX-522,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAS63 ELS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 39,071 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 37,383 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 33,992 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 30,479 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 30,478 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 24,927 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 24,900 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 22,984 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020

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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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AS63 ELS is a 2017 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2017 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 22,496 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 AS63 ELS, 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 9 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AS63 ELS?

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What year was AS63 ELS registered?

AS63 ELS is a 2017 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 June 2017.

Is AS63 ELS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AS63 ELS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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