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B5 VVL

2011 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,150 mi
Last recorded100,150 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 VVL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 100,150 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively NS&OS (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective NS&OS (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 99,117 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 98,479 miles

Offside Front wheel binding skightly

Fail 4 Mar 2024 98,479 miles

Offside Front wheel binding skightly

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 96,499 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 95,905 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 92,409 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 86,996 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 81,396 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 74,211 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 64,081 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 54,759 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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B5 VVL is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,971 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 B5 VVL, 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 15 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B5 VVL registered?

B5 VVL is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 November 2011.

Is B5 VVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 VVL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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