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W98 SBO

2000 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,063 mi
Last recorded86,063 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW98 SBO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 86,063 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 85,869 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 85,071 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 83,377 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 80,459 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 77,244 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 73,555 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 70,260 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 70,238 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 69,908 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 68,913 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 68,912 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 67,795 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 67,795 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2007 56,374 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 56,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front brake pads getting low

Pass 3 May 2006 44,043 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 44,043 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front discs pitting on inner edge

front pads low

rear tyres on 1.6mm at time of test

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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W98 SBO is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W98 SBO, 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 W98 SBO registered?

W98 SBO is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 April 2000.

Is W98 SBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W98 SBO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W98 SBO have outstanding finance?

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