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HJ61 VBB

2011 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,071 mi
Last recorded114,071 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ61 VBB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 114,071 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 107,961 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 97,214 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 88,401 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 80,711 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 74,969 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 64,148 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 54,655 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2017 36,043 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim damaged

Pass 13 May 2016 25,656 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 10,866 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 10,342 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 15 Aug 2014 10,342 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HJ61 VBB is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 HJ61 VBB, 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.

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What year was HJ61 VBB registered?

HJ61 VBB is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 September 2011.

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The MOT history for HJ61 VBB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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