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AD51 WXU

2001 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,611 mi
Last recorded79,611 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 WXU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 79,611 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 79,611 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 74,919 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 73,235 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

transmision oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2014 71,489 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2014 71,489 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 69,597 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 69,597 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 67,979 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2011 66,304 miles

Offside front tyre is wearing low on the inner edge

Fail 13 Aug 2011 66,304 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front tyre is wearing low on the inner edge

Pass 29 Jul 2010 64,929 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 62,561 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 60,412 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2007 56,709 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 46,227 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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AD51 WXU is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WXU, 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

How do I check the history of AD51 WXU?

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What year was AD51 WXU registered?

AD51 WXU is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is AD51 WXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 WXU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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