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BK11 VPA

2011 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,059 mi
Last recorded50,059 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK11 VPA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 50,059 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 42,837 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 35,932 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 29,513 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 22,256 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 15,633 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 8,931 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 8,557 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 8,557 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 7,866 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 7,866 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both sides (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 7,430 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 6,559 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 5,226 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 3,385 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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BK11 VPA is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BK11 VPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK11 VPA registered?

BK11 VPA is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 March 2011.

Is BK11 VPA safe to buy?

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