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YL07 LCJ

2007 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,223 mi
Last recorded29,223 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Mazda MX-551,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL07 LCJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 29,223 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 28,714 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Feb 2024 28,599 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 27,036 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 26,490 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 25,304 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 24,549 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 23,866 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 22,883 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 21,896 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 21,040 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 19,967 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 18,606 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 15,608 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 14,423 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 12,206 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 12,206 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YL07 LCJ is a 2007 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 YL07 LCJ, 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 YL07 LCJ registered?

YL07 LCJ is a 2007 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is YL07 LCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL07 LCJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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