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WV17 EMX

2017 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,193 mi
Last recorded14,193 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda MX-522,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV17 EMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 14,193 miles

Offside Front washer jet weak

Pass 20 Dec 2024 13,356 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 12,326 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 12,326 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2022 11,679 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 10,114 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner and outer faces pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 9,210 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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WV17 EMX is a 2017 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 22,496 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 WV17 EMX, 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 9 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 WV17 EMX registered?

WV17 EMX is a 2017 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2017.

Is WV17 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV17 EMX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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