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MX55 SRN

2018 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,574 mi
Last recorded51,574 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda MX-520,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 SRN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 51,574 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 48,468 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 44,468 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 44,282 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 May 2023 39,566 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 38,367 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 30,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Plus perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Plus perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2021 30,296 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Plus perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Plus perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 SRN is a 2018 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 20,192 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 MX55 SRN, 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 8 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MX55 SRN registered?

MX55 SRN is a 2018 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 December 2018.

Is MX55 SRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX55 SRN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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