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J44 HAU

2013 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,032 mi
Last recorded80,032 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda MX-533,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 HAU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 80,032 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 74,301 miles

Underbody very dry. Suspension components corroded

Fail 24 Sep 2024 74,301 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

O/s/r tyre worn to 3 mm. Both n/s tyres worn to 4 mm, n/s/f worn on the inner edge. Legal limit 1.6 mm

Underbody very dry. Suspension components corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2023 65,404 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 57,213 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 51,107 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 51,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 46,728 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 42,600 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 34,728 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 29,171 miles

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1n)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 20,229 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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J44 HAU is a 2013 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 33,147 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 J44 HAU, 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 13 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J44 HAU registered?

J44 HAU is a 2013 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 December 2013.

Is J44 HAU safe to buy?

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