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FL17 CWX

2017 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,867 mi
Last recorded31,867 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda MX-522,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL17 CWX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 31,867 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 31,867 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2024 27,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 23,006 miles

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

n/s/f tyre tread worn on inner edge and outer side wall damaged

plastic trims over outer sills and under-trays fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2023 23,006 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

n/s/f tyre tread worn on inner edge and outer side wall damaged

plastic trims over outer sills and under-trays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2022 18,407 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 15,282 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 13,561 miles

plastic trims covering outer sills

Pass 8 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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FL17 CWX is a 2017 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL17 CWX, 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 FL17 CWX registered?

FL17 CWX is a 2017 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 May 2017.

Is FL17 CWX safe to buy?

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