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LX61 UXW

2011 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,823 mi
Last recorded15,823 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX61 UXW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 15,823 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 15,587 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 15,137 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 14,550 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2022 14,550 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2021 13,845 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 13,392 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 12,688 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber showing signs of previous leak

Offside Rear shock absorber showing signs of previous leak

Fail 3 Sep 2019 12,688 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear shock absorber showing signs of previous leak

Offside Rear shock absorber showing signs of previous leak

Pass 3 Sep 2018 11,794 miles

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

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

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

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

tyre repair sealant has expired

Pass 29 Aug 2017 10,857 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 9,314 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 9,314 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 8,037 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 6,215 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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LX61 UXW is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX61 UXW, 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 LX61 UXW registered?

LX61 UXW is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is LX61 UXW safe to buy?

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