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W966 PBA

2000 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

90,386 mi
Last recorded90,386 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2022 90,386 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 89,769 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 89,765 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2020 87,247 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 87,247 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 78,307 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 73,583 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 68,099 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 66,023 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 62,482 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 57,574 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 53,740 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 47,608 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 42,609 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 37,410 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 29,838 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 21,580 miles

corrosion to exhaust

Pass 22 May 2007 16,173 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 8,506 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 PBA is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PBA, 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 PBA registered?

W966 PBA is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 June 2000.

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