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H581 DPN

2000 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

154,599 mi
Last recorded154,599 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH581 DPN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 154,599 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 151,347 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 148,238 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 143,871 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 139,738 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 136,665 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 131,672 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 123,057 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 114,673 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 112,497 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jun 2015 108,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 103,615 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2013 91,202 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 91,202 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 88,568 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 86,763 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 85,036 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 85,033 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 81,665 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 79,950 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 79,171 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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H581 DPN is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 H581 DPN, 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

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What year was H581 DPN registered?

H581 DPN is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 May 2000.

Is H581 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H581 DPN shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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