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MX55 MAB

2011 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,456 mi
Last recorded47,456 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 MAB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 47,456 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 43,426 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 41,881 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 39,227 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 38,287 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 38,616 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 38,425 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 38,414 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 26,224 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 24,691 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 23,764 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 21,899 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 21,868 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 20,025 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 17,864 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 17,864 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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MX55 MAB is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc 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 MX55 MAB, 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 MX55 MAB registered?

MX55 MAB is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is MX55 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX55 MAB 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.

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