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NL61 NGN

2011 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,146 mi
Last recorded54,146 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL61 NGN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 54,146 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 50,382 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Jan 2024 44,390 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 42,171 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 39,276 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 37,885 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 36,933 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 35,360 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 33,537 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 28,332 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 26,935 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 24,467 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 21,192 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 12,245 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 12,245 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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NL61 NGN is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NL61 NGN, 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 NL61 NGN registered?

NL61 NGN is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is NL61 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL61 NGN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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