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G311 GAR

2000 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,240 mi
Last recorded42,240 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG311 GAR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 42,240 miles

all suspension components corroded

Pass 4 Jan 2025 38,815 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 37,251 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 36,850 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 35,698 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 35,149 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 35,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 33,964 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 31,940 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 31,223 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 30,040 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 29,285 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 27,547 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 24,683 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 24,461 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 23,850 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 23,846 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 21,021 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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G311 GAR is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 G311 GAR, 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.

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What year was G311 GAR registered?

G311 GAR is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 October 2000.

Is G311 GAR safe to buy?

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