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AV10 SXU

2010 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

97,933 mi
Last recorded97,933 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Mazda MX-540,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV10 SXU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 97,933 miles

Front brake application uneven

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 91,971 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 86,980 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 82,731 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 81,460 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 80,415 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 80,410 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 78,163 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 74,016 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 69,422 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 63,492 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 50,793 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 37,880 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 27,345 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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AV10 SXU is a 2010 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 40,760 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 AV10 SXU, 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 16 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV10 SXU registered?

AV10 SXU is a 2010 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2010.

Is AV10 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV10 SXU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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