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VU15 NBZ

2015 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,790 mi
Last recorded23,790 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2015 Mazda MX-528,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU15 NBZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 23,790 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 23,790 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 22,709 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 21,642 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 20,494 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres wearing thin and showing signs of deterioration (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 18,806 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 17,105 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2020 17,105 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 14,369 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 11,228 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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VU15 NBZ is a 2015 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2015 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 28,002 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 VU15 NBZ, 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 11 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 VU15 NBZ?

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What year was VU15 NBZ registered?

VU15 NBZ is a 2015 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 April 2015.

Is VU15 NBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU15 NBZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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