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BT17 VLF

2017 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,145 mi
Last recorded40,145 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda MX-522,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT17 VLF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 40,145 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored on inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads on both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm on inside tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm on inside tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored on inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 30,028 miles

underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

Pass 15 Feb 2024 22,169 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 19,555 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 17,357 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 15,129 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 13,025 miles

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

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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BT17 VLF is a 2017 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BT17 VLF, 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.

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What year was BT17 VLF registered?

BT17 VLF is a 2017 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 March 2017.

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