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AD51 DXS

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,460 mi
Last recorded40,460 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 DXS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 40,460 miles

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

Offside outer sill corroded

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside front, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside rear, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

under side of vehicle under sealed, unable to check fully

Pass 17 Dec 2024 40,186 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside front upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside rear upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

under vehicle under sealed, unable to check everything fully

Pass 21 Dec 2023 40,017 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside front, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside rear, upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear inner wheel arches corroded

oil leak

Pass 5 Jan 2023 39,646 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded

both rear inner wheel arches corroded

oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2022 39,265 miles

Offside outer sill corroded

both rear inner wheel arches corroded

oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2021 38,869 miles

Offside outer sill corroded

both rear inner wheel arches corroded

oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2020 38,579 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded

both rear inner wheel arches corroded

oil leak

Pass 3 Jan 2019 38,229 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded

both rear inner wheel arches corroded

oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2018 37,852 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Jan 2017 37,406 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 37,406 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 36,897 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 36,284 miles

Oil leak

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

drivers seat foam removed

Pass 6 Jan 2014 35,452 miles

offside seat foam collapsed

rear centre lamp not working(brake?)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 35,046 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 34,502 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 33,794 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 32,819 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 31,759 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 26,188 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 22,336 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 17,994 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AD51 DXS 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 100%.

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 AD51 DXS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD51 DXS registered?

AD51 DXS is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is AD51 DXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 DXS shows 22 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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