CarVerify

Free Car Check

MX52 MMM

2011 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,808 mi
Last recorded41,808 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 MMM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 41,808 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 41,808 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slight smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 36,629 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 31,832 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder removed from center of windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 31,832 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both sides (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder removed from center of windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 25,834 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 25,940 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 21,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge \side wall perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Feb 2021 20,843 miles

All Tyre(s) Either Wearing on Edge(s) and Cracked/Perished

Pass 3 Feb 2020 20,274 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 19,376 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 18,282 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 15,792 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 13,201 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 11,079 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 8,217 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MX52 MMM is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MX52 MMM, 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 MX52 MMM?

You can check the full history of MX52 MMM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MX52 MMM registered?

MX52 MMM is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 April 2011.

Is MX52 MMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX52 MMM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MX52 MMM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MX52 MMM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.