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PB05 MAZ

2011 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,674 mi
Last recorded71,674 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB05 MAZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 71,674 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 71,672 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 70,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 69,288 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished / cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 67,900 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 66,011 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 62,268 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 57,194 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 51,227 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 42,244 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 33,378 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 22,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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PB05 MAZ is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PB05 MAZ, 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 PB05 MAZ registered?

PB05 MAZ is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 July 2011.

Is PB05 MAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PB05 MAZ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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