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W966 DFC

2000 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,700 mi
Last recorded78,700 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW966 DFC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 78,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 75,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 72,125 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2015 72,126 miles

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 68,577 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 64,946 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 64,946 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 61,090 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 56,820 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 52,663 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 49,604 miles

o/s/front tyre close to limit.n/s/front tyre scuffing on outside edge

Pass 7 May 2008 46,550 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 43,508 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 40,707 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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W966 DFC is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 W966 DFC, 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 W966 DFC registered?

W966 DFC is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 May 2000.

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