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BG13 OUO

2013 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,469 mi
Last recorded79,469 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda MX-533,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 OUO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 79,469 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 66,916 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 60,196 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2023 60,196 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2022 54,728 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 54,728 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 46,138 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 39,008 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 39,008 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 36,052 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 36,052 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 29,301 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs are corroded but not seriously weakened. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 24,563 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 20,974 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BG13 OUO is a 2013 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 33,147 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 BG13 OUO, 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 13 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 BG13 OUO registered?

BG13 OUO is a 2013 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 May 2013.

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The MOT history for BG13 OUO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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