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A3 BVM

2000 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1830cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

88,527 mi
Last recorded88,527 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 BVM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,830cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 88,527 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 88,012 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 86,818 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 86,629 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 85,856 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 85,708 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 85,099 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 84,561 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 84,551 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 83,184 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 83,184 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 81,713 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 81,706 miles

clutch slave cylinder starting to leak

Fail 1 Aug 2011 81,706 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

clutch slave cylinder starting to leak

Pass 11 Aug 2010 80,186 miles

Both front seatbacks have excessive play.

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION IS INCORRECT. VEHICLE IS AN EUNOS ROADSTER (MAZDA MX5 LOOKALIKE)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 77,680 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 77,680 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 77,035 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2007 73,478 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 69,976 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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A3 BVM is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,830cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A3 BVM, 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 A3 BVM registered?

A3 BVM is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is A3 BVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 BVM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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