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EM05 BAY

2011 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,191 mi
Last recorded21,191 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mazda MX-536,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM05 BAY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 21,191 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under body corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2024 16,471 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 15,485 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 14,424 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 14,423 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 13,671 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2021 13,671 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 12,693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 12,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 12,071 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres showing signs of age related cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2019 12,071 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres showing signs of age related cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 11,204 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 10,524 miles

slight cracks in tyre sidewalls

Pass 15 Aug 2016 9,473 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 7,631 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 5,844 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge.

Cut to n/s/f tyre but cords not visable.

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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EM05 BAY is a 2011 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 EM05 BAY, 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.

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What year was EM05 BAY registered?

EM05 BAY is a 2011 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 August 2011.

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