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RJ14 UHF

2014 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

70,099 mi
Last recorded70,099 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 Mazda MX-528,494 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ14 UHF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 70,099 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2. (205/50/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively STRONG ADVISE (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2. (205/50/16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively OSF & NSR (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Jul 2026 70,099 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2. (205/50/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high x2 (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively STRONG ADVISE (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords x2. (205/50/16) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2. (205/50/16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively OSF & NSR (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm x2. (205/50/16) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 57,277 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 57,277 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2025 57,205 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 51,529 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 45,755 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 40,379 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 40,379 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 34,628 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 34,628 miles

Nearside Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 29,122 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 21,954 miles

Fore most under body support bracket none structural damaged

Nearside Rear tyre perished in tread

Rear most under body support bracket none structural damaged

Fail 21 Jun 2019 21,954 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fore most under body support bracket none structural damaged

Nearside Rear tyre perished in tread

Rear most under body support bracket none structural damaged

Pass 22 Jun 2018 10,638 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

Pass 27 Jun 2017 3,149 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 3,149 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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RJ14 UHF is a 2014 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2014 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 28,494 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 RJ14 UHF, 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 12 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RJ14 UHF registered?

RJ14 UHF is a 2014 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2014.

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