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HV20 VCU

2020 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,761 mi
Last recorded5,761 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2020 Mazda MX-515,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV20 VCU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2020
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 5,761 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 4,937 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 3,958 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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HV20 VCU is a 2020 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 15,971 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 HV20 VCU, 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 6 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 HV20 VCU registered?

HV20 VCU is a 2020 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 July 2020.

Is HV20 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV20 VCU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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