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A2 JVG

2000 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

72,123 mi
Last recorded72,123 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 JVG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 72,123 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 70,270 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 68,253 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 66,112 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 64,045 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 62,006 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 61,999 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2020 60,592 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 60,588 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 58,003 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 57,979 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2018 55,887 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 52,868 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 50,009 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 47,192 miles

advice both rear sills corroded

Fail 13 Feb 2014

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2014
Pass 13 Feb 2013 41,869 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 38,762 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 36,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 34,620 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 31,264 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 27,657 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 23,981 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 20,437 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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A2 JVG is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 A2 JVG, 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

How do I check the history of A2 JVG?

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What year was A2 JVG registered?

A2 JVG is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is A2 JVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 JVG shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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