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X123 MSC

2000 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

46,966 mi
Last recorded46,966 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX123 MSC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 46,966 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 46,943 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 46,904 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 46,877 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 46,863 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 46,855 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 46,712 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 46,319 miles

front and rear brake discs have surface rust

Pass 2 May 2018 46,270 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 46,227 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2017 45,854 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 45,840 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 45,615 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 45,148 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 45,148 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 44,749 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 44,716 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 44,546 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 44,501 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 7 Apr 2011 44,494 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 44,185 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 42,758 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 40,280 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 37,456 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 34,085 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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X123 MSC is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 X123 MSC, 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

How do I check the history of X123 MSC?

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What year was X123 MSC registered?

X123 MSC is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X123 MSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X123 MSC shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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