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GU10 XMX

2010 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

51,461 mi
Last recorded51,461 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Mazda MX-540,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU10 XMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 51,461 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 49,906 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 48,785 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 47,823 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 46,850 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 45,892 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 44,881 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 40,823 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 33,270 miles

all four tyre treads perishing

Pass 4 Jul 2017 28,749 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 28,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 26,872 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 22,127 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 16,304 miles

all discs surface corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2014 10,275 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 4,600 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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GU10 XMX is a 2010 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2010 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 40,760 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 GU10 XMX, 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 16 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 GU10 XMX registered?

GU10 XMX is a 2010 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 March 2010.

Is GU10 XMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU10 XMX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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