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H196 YYD

2000 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

136,214 mi
Last recorded136,214 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH196 YYD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 136,214 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 136,200 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both sdes (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Rack end (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 121,571 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 121,571 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 115,295 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 115,295 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 114,943 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 114,395 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 113,818 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 112,244 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 111,476 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 109,466 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 107,591 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 107,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 104,631 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 102,276 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 101,672 miles

Offside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 95,819 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 95,819 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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H196 YYD is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 H196 YYD, 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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H196 YYD is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 June 2000.

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