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YE57 XWG

2007 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

58,022 mi
Last recorded58,022 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE57 XWG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 58,022 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both fronts (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule On caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively NSF & OSF (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4X tyres outer edges cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 57,022 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 May 2024 55,850 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 28 May 2024 55,850 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 54,778 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 54,778 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 52,401 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Slight brake bind (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 May 2022 52,290 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2021 50,351 miles

emissions limits just met - aftermarket catalytic converter fitted

Pass 30 May 2020 48,149 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 48,149 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 45,986 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Jun 2018 44,030 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 44,030 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2017 39,111 miles

Drivers seat belt retracts with help

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under carriage covered in weather protection sealant

Fail 29 May 2017 39,111 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Drivers seat belt retracts with help

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under carriage covered in weather protection sealant

Pass 9 Jun 2016 35,057 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 34,235 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 33,525 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 30,898 miles

front brake discs inner face lipped and corroded pads low

rear tyres low

Pass 12 Nov 2012 28,785 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 23,401 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 15,762 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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YE57 XWG is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 YE57 XWG, 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 YE57 XWG registered?

YE57 XWG is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 November 2007.

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