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G978 UAL

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,833 mi
Last recorded122,833 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG978 UAL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 122,833 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 122,833 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 122,327 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 121,534 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 120,918 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 120,444 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 119,792 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 118,977 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 118,977 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 174,506 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 171,401 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 168,250 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 167,131 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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G978 UAL is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 G978 UAL, 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 G978 UAL registered?

G978 UAL is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is G978 UAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G978 UAL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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