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DX70 HEV

2020 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,897 mi
Last recorded52,897 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2020 Mazda MX-515,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX70 HEV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2020
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 52,897 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 44,765 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 44,532 miles

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

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

tps light on not flashing

Fail 9 Sep 2024 44,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

tps light on not flashing

Pass 8 Sep 2023 27,394 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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DX70 HEV is a 2020 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 15,971 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 DX70 HEV, 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 6 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 DX70 HEV?

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What year was DX70 HEV registered?

DX70 HEV is a 2020 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 September 2020.

Is DX70 HEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX70 HEV 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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