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G547 FBL

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

77,588 mi
Last recorded77,588 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG547 FBL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 77,588 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 75,939 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 75,802 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 74,646 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 73,274 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 73,274 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 73,269 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 72,365 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 71,498 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 69,428 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 68,102 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 66,774 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 65,147 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 63,700 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 62,369 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 59,664 miles

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

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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G547 FBL is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 G547 FBL, 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 G547 FBL registered?

G547 FBL is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 December 2000.

Is G547 FBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G547 FBL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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