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DY17 VRR

2017 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,557 mi
Last recorded55,557 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda MX-522,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY17 VRR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 55,557 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2024 48,486 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle Fitted With Covers/Trays, Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Pass 9 Aug 2023 39,746 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both dot 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 31,989 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 31,982 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres starting to crack between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 30,670 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 26,790 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2020 26,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 May 2020

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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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DY17 VRR is a 2017 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 DY17 VRR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DY17 VRR?

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What year was DY17 VRR registered?

DY17 VRR is a 2017 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 May 2017.

Is DY17 VRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY17 VRR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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