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Y78 PKY

2007 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

80,306 mi
Last recorded80,306 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY78 PKY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 80,306 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 78,528 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 78,528 miles

Offside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 75,989 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 75,128 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 75,123 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 75,117 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 75,112 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 75,108 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 74,938 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 74,938 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 73,519 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 73,519 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 72,748 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion Body under sill corrosion. (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Jun 2017 72,748 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported wiring in engine compartment insecure (1.9.2a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red emits white light. (1.3.2e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion Body under sill corrosion. (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jun 2016 71,570 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 69,320 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 66,190 miles

slight hand brake travel

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 63,153 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 60,622 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 58,520 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 57,430 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 54,500 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 84,205 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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Y78 PKY is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 Y78 PKY, 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 Y78 PKY registered?

Y78 PKY is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 December 2007.

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