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20 AAY

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,914 mi
Last recorded32,914 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration20 AAY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 32,914 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 32,889 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 32,889 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 32,832 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 32,772 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 32,766 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 31,712 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 30,989 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 30,381 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 29,918 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 29,425 miles

slight age cracking on tyres

Pass 2 May 2013 28,290 miles

v/slight age cracking on tyres

Pass 2 May 2012 26,876 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight age cracking on tyres

Pass 5 May 2011 25,487 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 22,328 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 20,475 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 18,788 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 16,725 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 14,597 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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20 AAY is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 76,778 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 20 AAY, 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 26 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 20 AAY registered?

20 AAY is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is 20 AAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 20 AAY shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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