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BU21 DDJ

2021 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,998 mi
Last recorded32,998 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2021 Mazda MX-515,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU21 DDJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2021
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 32,998 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 26,986 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 24,667 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 24,476 miles

Service overdue on display

Fail 23 Feb 2024 24,476 miles

Service overdue on display

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

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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BU21 DDJ is a 2021 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2021 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 15,818 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 BU21 DDJ, 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 5 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU21 DDJ?

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What year was BU21 DDJ registered?

BU21 DDJ is a 2021 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 March 2021.

Is BU21 DDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU21 DDJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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