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YF56 DFD

2007 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,543 mi
Last recorded38,543 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 DFD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 38,543 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 37,730 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 31 Oct 2022 37,730 miles

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 4 Nov 2021 36,294 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 36,294 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 34,740 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 32,220 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 29,428 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 27,533 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 24,976 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2015 23,907 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 21,630 miles

Advise tyres 7yrs old sidewalls perishing

Pass 23 Jan 2013 19,739 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2013 19,739 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 17,473 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 15,559 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 15,559 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 13,064 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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YF56 DFD is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Grey 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 YF56 DFD, 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 YF56 DFD registered?

YF56 DFD is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 January 2007.

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