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LV61 JLU

2011 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,861 mi
Last recorded46,861 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV61 JLU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 46,861 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 44,988 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 40,503 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 35,367 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 32,181 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 30,630 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 30,609 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 30,158 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 29,978 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 25,775 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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LV61 JLU is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LV61 JLU, 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

How do I check the history of LV61 JLU?

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What year was LV61 JLU registered?

LV61 JLU is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 November 2011.

Is LV61 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV61 JLU shows 10 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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