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W97 SHB

2000 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,216 mi
Last recorded98,216 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW97 SHB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 98,216 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underbody and suspension components undersealed

Pass 16 Sep 2024 97,901 miles

UNDERSEALED

Fail 16 Sep 2024 97,901 miles

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

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

UNDERSEALED

Pass 14 Sep 2023 97,585 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 97,585 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 97,281 miles

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

underbody and suspension components undersealed

Fail 15 Sep 2022 97,279 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

underbody and suspension components undersealed

Pass 16 Sep 2021 97,000 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 97,000 miles

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 96,807 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 96,444 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 96,008 miles

slight corrosion offside front chassis

Pass 1 Sep 2017 94,177 miles

slight corrosion offside front chassis

Pass 23 Aug 2016 92,436 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 92,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 91,648 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r outer sill corroded

slight brake drag o/s/f

Pass 14 Aug 2015 91,648 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r outer sill corroded

slight brake drag o/s/f

Pass 29 Aug 2014 89,530 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 85,760 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 82,173 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 76,056 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 75,903 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Screw in o/s/r tyre

Pass 3 Sep 2010 69,823 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 63,941 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 58,977 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 56,795 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 48,171 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 38,473 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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W97 SHB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W97 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 W97 SHB registered?

W97 SHB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 August 2000.

Is W97 SHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W97 SHB shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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