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SW13 AXX

2013 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,104 mi
Last recorded16,104 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda MX-533,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW13 AXX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 16,104 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides all upper and rear arms at rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 May 2026 16,103 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 15,980 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 15,608 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 15,541 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 15,459 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 15,459 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both blades poor (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 15,358 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 15,170 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 12,423 miles

Nearside Front windscreen cracked out with drivers view of the road

Pass 15 May 2017 10,316 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces rusty and very poor (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface rust (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 7,460 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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SW13 AXX is a 2013 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 33,147 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 SW13 AXX, 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 13 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SW13 AXX registered?

SW13 AXX is a 2013 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2013.

Is SW13 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW13 AXX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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