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FM11 DFX

2011 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,574 mi
Last recorded40,574 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM11 DFX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 40,574 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 39,310 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 39,310 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall split as run under-inflated. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2024 36,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 34,973 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 32,024 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 28,502 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 25,409 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 22,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking + worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking + worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 21,005 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 19,524 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 17,049 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 14,922 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 11,420 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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FM11 DFX is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,971 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FM11 DFX, 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 15 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 FM11 DFX registered?

FM11 DFX is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 March 2011.

Is FM11 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM11 DFX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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