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VN11 RUV

2011 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,719 mi
Last recorded23,719 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN11 RUV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 23,719 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 7 Jan 2025 23,324 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2023 22,821 miles

Nearside Front washer jet not working properly

Fail 27 Dec 2023 22,821 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front washer jet not working properly

Pass 11 Jan 2023 22,052 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 21,185 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 20,621 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 20,621 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) missing section of brake pad lining missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 19,891 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2019 18,934 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 17,866 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 16,587 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 15,265 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 13,545 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 11,175 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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VN11 RUV is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VN11 RUV, 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

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What year was VN11 RUV registered?

VN11 RUV is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 May 2011.

Is VN11 RUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN11 RUV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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