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T2 LYN

2013 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,638 mi
Last recorded56,638 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Mazda MX-533,147 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT2 LYN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 56,638 miles

All brake pipes are covered in under seal, unable to inspect

All coil springs are fitted with protective bags, unable to inspect

Pass 29 Jul 2024 52,703 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 51,696 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 48,784 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 43,573 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 41,811 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 40,386 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 38,766 miles

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

front discs corroded on inner surfaces and rear discs have surface corrosion on outer surfaces

Pass 13 Mar 2018 36,023 miles

Both front tyres perished and cracking throughout tread

Engine management lamp illuminated

Fail 13 Mar 2018 36,023 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Both front tyres perished and cracking throughout tread

Engine management lamp illuminated

Pass 27 Feb 2017 32,002 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 29,575 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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T2 LYN is a 2013 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 T2 LYN, 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 T2 LYN registered?

T2 LYN is a 2013 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is T2 LYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T2 LYN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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