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YB07 FHR

2007 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,365 mi
Last recorded10,365 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB07 FHR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 10,365 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 10,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 10,351 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 10,349 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 10,230 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 10,077 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 10,077 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 10,049 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 9,873 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 9,566 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 8,736 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 8,055 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 6,600 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 6,600 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 May 2012 5,641 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 4,387 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 3,075 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2010 3,075 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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YB07 FHR is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YB07 FHR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB07 FHR registered?

YB07 FHR is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2007.

Is YB07 FHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB07 FHR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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