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F9 BOW

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

9,004 mi
Last recorded9,004 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF9 BOW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 9,004 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 8,987 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 8,984 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 8,893 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 8,824 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 8,741 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 8,694 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 8,558 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 8,514 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 8,393 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 8,393 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 8,032 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 7,852 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,752 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 7,192 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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F9 BOW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 F9 BOW, 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 F9 BOW registered?

F9 BOW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 March 2000.

Is F9 BOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F9 BOW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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