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PF11 AVZ

2011 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,588 mi
Last recorded52,588 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF11 AVZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 52,588 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 49,789 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 49,782 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 48,768 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 46,454 miles

Front Shock absorber protection gaiters torn and perished

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 46,450 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber protection gaiters torn and perished

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 43,098 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 43,098 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 41,452 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 41,452 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 39,070 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 34,593 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 33,768 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 33,410 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 33,410 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake pads getting low

Pass 9 Mar 2016 30,083 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 24,767 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 24,767 miles

Rear 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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PF11 AVZ is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PF11 AVZ, 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

How do I check the history of PF11 AVZ?

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What year was PF11 AVZ registered?

PF11 AVZ is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 August 2011.

Is PF11 AVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF11 AVZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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