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MLZ 512

2011 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,043 mi
Last recorded82,043 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 512
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 82,043 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 79,604 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 75,951 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 75,948 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 70,126 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 69,003 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 67,652 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 66,594 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 65,418 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 56,154 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 56,154 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 47,082 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 36,475 miles

both front wipers torn

rear discs pitted

Pass 2 Sep 2014 24,824 miles

both front tyres wearing on both edges

n/s/r tyre close to legal limit

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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MLZ 512 is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MLZ 512, 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 MLZ 512 registered?

MLZ 512 is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is MLZ 512 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLZ 512 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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