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OU13 OTM

2013 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,109 mi
Last recorded48,109 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda MX-533,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU13 OTM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 48,109 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 46,292 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 43,230 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 40,661 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 39,164 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 35,890 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 35,890 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 14 Jan 2020 34,495 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 31,862 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 29,244 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 27,290 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 21,922 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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OU13 OTM is a 2013 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 OU13 OTM, 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 OU13 OTM registered?

OU13 OTM is a 2013 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 March 2013.

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