BJ11 ABU

2011 MAZDA — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MAZDA
Year
2011
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
WHITE
Engine
1598 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
5 January 2027 (205 days away)
Last recorded mileage
24,971 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 70/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2011 Mazda has 17 MOT tests on record with a 76% pass rate and 24,971 miles. The vehicle shows a pattern of minor issues being addressed, but the timing belt and head gasket are significant long-term risks for this model.

The vehicle shows consistently low annual mileage, averaging 6,331 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, indicating normal usage.

Things to check

  • Recurring brake advisories (Feb 2020, Feb 2023) suggest ongoing wear and potential future costs.
  • The 2011 Mazda 5 has a known timing belt failure history, which is a significant long-term risk.
  • The 2011 Mazda 5 also has a known head gasket failure history, which is a significant long-term risk.
  • The 2011 Mazda 5 has a known timing chain failure history, which is a significant long-term risk.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2025): 5-star safety rating.
  • Most recent MOT passed despite 4 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until January 2027 provides immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
  • Consistently low annual mileage (6,331 miles/year) suggests light use and less wear.

Mileage history

Mar 2014: 24,971 mi PASSFeb 2015: 30,802 mi PASSFeb 2016: 36,459 mi PASSFeb 2017: 42,198 mi PASSJan 2018: 47,351 mi PASSFeb 2019: 53,919 mi FAILFeb 2019: 53,919 mi PASSFeb 2020: 60,588 mi PASSFeb 2021: 63,811 mi FAILFeb 2021: 63,811 mi PASSFeb 2022: 69,760 mi PASSFeb 2023: 78,124 mi FAILFeb 2023: 78,124 mi PASSJan 2024: 85,341 mi FAILJan 2024: 85,345 mi PASSJan 2025: 90,619 mi PASSJan 2026: 95,131 mi PASS95k60k25kMar 2014Jan 2026

MOT test history — 13/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Mar 2014 PASS 24,971 mi None recorded
Feb 2015 PASS 30,802 mi None recorded
Feb 2016 PASS 36,459 mi None recorded
Feb 2017 PASS 42,198 mi
ADVISORY large undertrays fitted restricting visibility of underside
ADVISORY child seat fitted to nearside rear seat
ADVISORY small chip on nearside of front windscreen
Jan 2018 PASS 47,351 mi None recorded
Feb 2019 FAIL 53,919 mi
PRS Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front stonechip to windscreen
Feb 2019 PASS 53,919 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front stonechip to windscreen
Feb 2020 PASS 60,588 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
MINOR Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Feb 2021 FAIL 63,811 mi
PRS Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
PRS Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
PRS Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
Feb 2021 PASS 63,811 mi None recorded
Feb 2022 PASS 69,760 mi None recorded
Feb 2023 FAIL 78,124 mi
PRS Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Feb 2023 PASS 78,124 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Jan 2024 FAIL 85,341 mi
MAJOR Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Jan 2024 PASS 85,345 mi None recorded
Jan 2025 PASS 90,619 mi None recorded
Jan 2026 PASS 95,131 mi
MINOR Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
MINOR Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
ADVISORY Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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