CarVerify

Free Car Check

VN13 VAE

2013 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,818 mi
Last recorded30,818 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda MX-533,147 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN13 VAE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 30,818 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 27,498 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 23,410 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 23,408 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 20,139 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 20,138 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 16,886 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front, inner face of brake disc slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2022 16,886 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front, inner face of brake disc slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 13,535 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 11,545 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 11,277 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 9,189 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 6,953 miles

all tyres slight perishing/splits in sidewall

under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 22 Jul 2016 5,517 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad low (3.5.1g)

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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VN13 VAE is a 2013 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VN13 VAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VN13 VAE?

You can check the full history of VN13 VAE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VN13 VAE registered?

VN13 VAE is a 2013 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 July 2013.

Is VN13 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN13 VAE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VN13 VAE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VN13 VAE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.