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NU13 VDP

2013 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,024 mi
Last recorded56,024 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda MX-533,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU13 VDP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 56,024 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 53,541 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs are slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all shock absorbers are leaking (5.3.2 (b))

underbody has underseal

Pass 26 Jul 2024 50,743 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 46,876 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2022 39,879 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 39,879 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 33,400 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 25,833 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 24,146 miles

advise underside undersealed

advise undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 13 May 2019 21,490 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 19,761 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 18,137 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 16,630 miles

Strongly Advise all 4 tyre walls split on outer sidewalls

nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 7 May 2016 16,630 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Strongly Advise all 4 tyre walls split on outer sidewalls

nail in offside rear tyre

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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NU13 VDP is a 2013 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2013 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 33,147 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 NU13 VDP, 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 13 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 NU13 VDP registered?

NU13 VDP is a 2013 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 May 2013.

Is NU13 VDP safe to buy?

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