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H56 GCR

2000 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

213,354 mi
Last recorded213,354 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH56 GCR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 213,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 207,477 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 204,576 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 200,136 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 199,742 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 199,568 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 199,446 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 199,084 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 198,977 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 198,503 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 197,866 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 196,970 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 196,204 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 195,029 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 190,788 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 190,784 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 185,632 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 185,596 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 181,196 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 181,196 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 169,524 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 169,524 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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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H56 GCR is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 H56 GCR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H56 GCR?

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What year was H56 GCR registered?

H56 GCR is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 October 2000.

Is H56 GCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H56 GCR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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