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OU72 MTX

2023 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,513 mi
Last recorded17,513 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2023 Mazda MX-511,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU72 MTX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2023
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2026 17,513 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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OU72 MTX is a 2023 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2023 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 11,281 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 OU72 MTX, 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 3 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was OU72 MTX registered?

OU72 MTX is a 2023 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2023.

Is OU72 MTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU72 MTX shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU72 MTX have outstanding finance?

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