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C47 MEL

2007 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,397 mi
Last recorded24,397 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC47 MEL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 24,397 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 24,397 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 23,997 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 22,619 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 21,683 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2021 20,603 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Apr 2019 18,398 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 18,167 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 17,754 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 17,453 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 14,769 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 14,457 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 14,096 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small cut on nsf tyre outer wall

Pass 15 Mar 2012 13,655 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

outer sills covered with plastic trim

Pass 17 Mar 2011 11,060 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 6,913 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 6,832 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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C47 MEL is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C47 MEL, 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 C47 MEL registered?

C47 MEL is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is C47 MEL safe to buy?

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