CarVerify

Free Car Check

H17 KEF

2026 Mazda MX-5

Red Electric
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,110 mi
Last recorded37,110 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 KEF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2026
ColourRed
Fuel typeElectric

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 37,110 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front outer end bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 32,686 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 29,282 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 26,573 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 26,573 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 23,267 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 20,670 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 3mm across (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 17,785 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 15,027 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H17 KEF is a 2026 Mazda MX-5 in Red. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 H17 KEF, 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 0 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 H17 KEF?

You can check the full history of H17 KEF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H17 KEF registered?

H17 KEF is a 2026 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 June 2026.

Is H17 KEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 KEF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H17 KEF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H17 KEF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.