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YF07 HHB

2007 Mazda MX-5

Maroon Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

82,845 mi
Last recorded82,845 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF07 HHB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 82,845 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 82,844 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2025 76,399 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inc suspension components corroded/worn (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced At rear, mostly around where frame bolts to body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inc suspension components corroded/worn (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 May 2025 76,395 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both fronts and split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Corroded/worn on inside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inc suspension components corroded/worn (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced At rear, mostly around where frame bolts to body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inc suspension components corroded/worn (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 71,452 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. AND\FLUX (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2024 71,452 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering SILL (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering SILL (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. AND\FLUX (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 68,983 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 67,379 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 65,543 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 64,891 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 61,338 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 61,338 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 56,299 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 52,301 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 46,850 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 39,743 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 35,199 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 28,628 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 22,714 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 22,661 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2011 16,252 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 12,057 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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YF07 HHB is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Maroon with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 YF07 HHB, 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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YF07 HHB is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2007.

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