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381 GCG

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

31,939 mi
Last recorded31,939 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration381 GCG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 31,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly hazing (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 30,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

catalyst slow to light

Pass 29 May 2024 29,629 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 28,818 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 26,485 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 25,119 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 23,155 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 21,858 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 19,067 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 22 May 2017 16,554 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2016 14,120 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 10,587 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2015 10,587 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 6,324 miles

both rear tyres perishing/inner tread wear noted

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension arms noted

Pass 21 May 2013 5,424 miles

both nearside tyres perishing in the tread.

corrosion in front and rear suspension components and hubs.

undershields fitted at time of test.

Pass 6 Jun 2012 5,246 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 4,865 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 4,558 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 4,266 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 3,788 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 2,699 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 2,450 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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381 GCG is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 72,567 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 381 GCG, 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 25 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 381 GCG registered?

381 GCG is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is 381 GCG safe to buy?

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