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BX68 UTF

2018 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,082 mi
Last recorded39,082 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda MX-520,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX68 UTF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 39,082 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2025 34,520 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 26,909 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 17,499 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 8,473 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 8,473 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 6,308 miles

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))

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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BX68 UTF is a 2018 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 20,192 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 BX68 UTF, 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 8 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 BX68 UTF registered?

BX68 UTF is a 2018 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 2018.

Is BX68 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX68 UTF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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