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WU55 BPX

2007 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

79,897 mi
Last recorded79,897 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 BPX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 79,897 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 79,277 miles

Offside Rear light damaged

Fail 29 Nov 2024 79,265 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative lever arm broken (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative lever arm broken (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear light damaged

Pass 15 Nov 2023 77,388 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 77,378 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 11 Feb 2022 70,661 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 70,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts around inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 68,536 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 68,535 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 67,345 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 67,342 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2019 62,905 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 62,903 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 58,297 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 53,498 miles

Nearside Front TYRE HAS CRACKS TO SIDEWALL

Pass 12 Feb 2016 49,284 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH N/S & O/S (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH N/S & O/S (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 44,790 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 39,676 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 34,578 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 32,729 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 32,706 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2011 30,437 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 24,595 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 24,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 15,322 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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WU55 BPX is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2007 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 51,030 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 WU55 BPX, 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 19 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WU55 BPX registered?

WU55 BPX is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 May 2007.

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