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A21 FDY

2000 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,304 mi
Last recorded78,304 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 FDY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 78,304 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 70,851 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 65,341 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes on under side (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 64,828 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

underside of car thick coating off underseal

Pass 2 Feb 2022 63,377 miles

Lower vehicle has excessive underseal on suspension and chassie preventing good inspection of some components

Pass 18 Feb 2021 62,313 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 62,313 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front+rear arms/wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 62,306 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front+rear arms/wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 62,285 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 62,230 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 62,118 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 62,110 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits LAMBDA HIGHT AND ENGINE TEMP CLOSE TO OVERHEATING (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL HOLED (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 61,905 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 61,618 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 60,722 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 59,925 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 59,920 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 59,265 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 57,835 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 55,953 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 49,521 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 49,521 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 49,161 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 46,647 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 30 Oct 2008 46,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 45,252 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 41,167 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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A21 FDY is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 A21 FDY, 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 A21 FDY registered?

A21 FDY is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is A21 FDY safe to buy?

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