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VU10 MMX

2010 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

81,470 mi
Last recorded81,470 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Mazda MX-540,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU10 MMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 81,470 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 76,404 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 73,780 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 70,880 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge <2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 67,852 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre X2 ()

Pass 16 Apr 2021 64,849 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 62,848 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 58,998 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 55,356 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 54,039 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 49,738 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 49,729 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 42,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 33,772 miles

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

damage on the n/s/f tyre side wall

Pass 9 Apr 2013 25,761 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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VU10 MMX is a 2010 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 40,760 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 VU10 MMX, 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 16 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 VU10 MMX?

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What year was VU10 MMX registered?

VU10 MMX is a 2010 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2010.

Is VU10 MMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU10 MMX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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