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DCZ 2936

2000 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

147,177 mi
Last recorded147,177 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCZ 2936
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 147,177 miles

underbody undersealed

Pass 29 May 2024 144,717 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all over undersealed

Pass 9 May 2023 142,236 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all underneath covered in underseal

Pass 6 Jun 2022 139,779 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 137,469 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 134,813 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 131,997 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 129,294 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 127,235 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 127,231 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 127,204 miles

ns front dipped beam lamp flickering

Pass 15 Jul 2013 126,016 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 124,025 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 123,400 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 123,163 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 122,274 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 118,898 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 118,396 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 114,790 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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DCZ 2936 is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DCZ 2936, 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 DCZ 2936 registered?

DCZ 2936 is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is DCZ 2936 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCZ 2936 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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