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MX51 FSX

2011 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,994 mi
Last recorded22,994 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 FSX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 22,994 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 20,497 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 20,497 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2022 14,922 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 14,143 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 13,168 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 11,664 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 9,669 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 8,847 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 7,708 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 6,236 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 5,014 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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MX51 FSX is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MX51 FSX, 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.

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What year was MX51 FSX registered?

MX51 FSX is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 May 2011.

Is MX51 FSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 FSX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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