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G863 OKW

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

129,152 mi
Last recorded129,152 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG863 OKW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 129,152 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 129,151 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 127,998 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 127,998 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 127,836 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 127,556 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 126,922 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 126,237 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 126,106 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 125,857 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 125,542 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 125,542 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 124,800 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 124,112 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 122,662 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 122,066 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 120,781 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 119,778 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 118,940 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 116,717 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 114,289 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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G863 OKW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G863 OKW, 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 G863 OKW registered?

G863 OKW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2000.

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