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W93 SHB

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

86,948 mi
Last recorded86,948 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW93 SHB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 86,948 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 86,774 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 86,697 miles

Exhaust emissions high. Suspect catalyst beginning to fail.

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both subframe prescribed areas on chassis rail inside arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel stiff to turn by hand.

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 82,454 miles

underside covered in under seal

Fail 28 Sep 2020 82,454 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced recommend cleaning (4.1.4 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/14 h (5.2.3 (e))

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

underside covered in under seal

Pass 28 Aug 2019 76,653 miles

Centre exhaust silencer has blow from seam joints. Recommend replacement as looks to be new.

Exhaust emissions high. Suspect catalyst weak.

Front Both chassis rail outer skins in arches corroded and bubbled.

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel.

Nearside Front Wheel stiff to turn by hand. Suspect sticking caliper sliders/piston. Recommend inspection and repair.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexible joint. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Upper wishbone area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Around sump area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 76,206 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 75,891 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 74,325 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 73,825 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 72,552 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 68,778 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Sep 2013 68,769 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jul 2012 59,059 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 56,192 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 56,186 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 54,184 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 54,183 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 53,981 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2008 53,897 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 52,632 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 48,539 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 43,383 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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W93 SHB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 W93 SHB, 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 W93 SHB registered?

W93 SHB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W93 SHB safe to buy?

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