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GF17 VJJ

2017 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,991 mi
Last recorded34,991 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda MX-522,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF17 VJJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 34,991 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 30,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding to inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2024 30,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding to inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 27,402 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 21,239 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 18,733 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 14,671 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 12,095 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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GF17 VJJ is a 2017 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF17 VJJ, 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 GF17 VJJ?

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What year was GF17 VJJ registered?

GF17 VJJ is a 2017 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is GF17 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF17 VJJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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