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FM14 PYJ

2014 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,698 mi
Last recorded36,698 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2014 Mazda MX-528,494 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM14 PYJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 36,698 miles

Sub Frames Are Corroded

Pass 23 May 2024 33,483 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 31,839 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Rear subframe supports corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 29,939 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear rear subframe support brackets corroded both sides

Pass 9 Sep 2021 26,692 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear subframe support brackets on both sides corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2020 24,188 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on inner edge worse (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 22,243 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 22,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2018 18,714 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 15,425 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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FM14 PYJ is a 2014 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 28,494 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 FM14 PYJ, 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 12 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 FM14 PYJ registered?

FM14 PYJ is a 2014 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 August 2014.

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