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GU61 FYR

2011 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

99,632 mi
Last recorded99,632 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 FYR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 99,632 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 99,665 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 93,414 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 93,414 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 89,178 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 89,178 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2022 84,394 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 80,781 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 76,272 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads on 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres slighty perishing on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Sep 2020 76,272 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged TYRE HAS SPLIT ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads on 2-3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres slighty perishing on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 72,118 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 70,246 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 70,246 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 64,340 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 64,340 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 56,493 miles

nearside wiper blade split at end

offside front wiper slightly smears screen

Pass 2 Sep 2014 47,039 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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GU61 FYR is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 GU61 FYR, 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

How do I check the history of GU61 FYR?

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What year was GU61 FYR registered?

GU61 FYR is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is GU61 FYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 FYR shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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