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PT53 LJT

2015 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,316 mi
Last recorded29,316 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2015 Mazda MX-528,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPT53 LJT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 29,316 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 May 2025 28,908 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 27,202 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 24,753 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 23,954 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 20,503 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 17,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2019 15,237 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 12,264 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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PT53 LJT is a 2015 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2015 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 28,002 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 PT53 LJT, 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 11 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 PT53 LJT registered?

PT53 LJT is a 2015 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 October 2015.

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