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EF61 USS

2011 Mazda MX-5

Multi-colour Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,754 mi
Last recorded40,754 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 USS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 40,754 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 35,487 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 35,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick WORN TO INDICTOR (SCRAPING) (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2023 28,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 22,876 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 16,159 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 16,011 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 15,619 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 15,139 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 14,188 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 13,478 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 12,119 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 10,042 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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EF61 USS is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Multi-colour with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 36,971 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 EF61 USS, 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 15 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF61 USS registered?

EF61 USS is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 December 2011.

Is EF61 USS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 USS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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