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NJ61 XSH

2011 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,675 mi
Last recorded51,675 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ61 XSH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 51,675 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 50,921 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 49,662 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 48,444 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 46,820 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 46,012 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 46,012 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 45,209 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 43,488 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 41,994 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 40,051 miles

both front tyres showing signs of age.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 37,771 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 34,969 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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NJ61 XSH is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NJ61 XSH, 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 NJ61 XSH?

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What year was NJ61 XSH registered?

NJ61 XSH is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 September 2011.

Is NJ61 XSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ61 XSH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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