CarVerify

Free Car Check

HG10 DVF

2010 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,687 mi
Last recorded98,687 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Mazda MX-540,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationHG10 DVF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 98,687 miles

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

Offside Front seat has wear/movement at base

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2025 98,670 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front seat has wear/movement at base

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 94,352 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 94,330 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 89,541 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 85,462 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 81,022 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 80,483 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides slightly corroded on inside faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & Outer sidewall has slight damage (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 80,483 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded on inside faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & Outer sidewall has slight damage (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 78,403 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2018 64,838 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 52,059 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 52,059 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 28,476 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 26,328 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,813 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 19,927 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 15,994 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

HG10 DVF is a 2010 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 HG10 DVF, 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

How do I check the history of HG10 DVF?

You can check the full history of HG10 DVF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HG10 DVF registered?

HG10 DVF is a 2010 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 April 2010.

Is HG10 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG10 DVF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HG10 DVF 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 HG10 DVF. 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.