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KN11 RAU

2011 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,018 mi
Last recorded60,018 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN11 RAU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 60,018 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 57,430 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 53,463 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 50,952 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 48,486 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 45,464 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 42,557 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 41,613 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 38,423 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 38,423 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 35,852 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 35,852 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2016 34,927 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 33,051 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 30,860 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 30,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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KN11 RAU is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 KN11 RAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN11 RAU registered?

KN11 RAU is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 May 2011.

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