MOT Status
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244,006 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fuel Pipe/s corroded
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all over (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
all brake pipes have been undersealed preventing full inspection but all appear to be normal
engine has a slight oil leak
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
all brake pipes have been undersealed preventing full inspection but all appear to be normal
engine has a slight oil leak
Nearside Rear Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Front chassis rail becoming rusted
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
back box corroded
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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G496 TBD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
Across all 2002 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 66,854 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 G496 TBD, 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 24 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was G496 TBD registered?
G496 TBD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 October 2002.
Is G496 TBD safe to buy?
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