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X168 TJN

2000 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

74,987 mi
Last recorded74,987 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX168 TJN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2013 74,987 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2013 74,987 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

front discs corroded, in poor condition

rear discs corroded, in poor condition

Pass 26 Nov 2012 72,286 miles

FRONT SUSPENSION CORRODED

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 68,186 miles

BIUND ON FRONT BRAKES. ALL DISCS CORRODED. POWER STEERING PIPES CORRODED.

Fail 21 Nov 2011 68,185 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

BIUND ON FRONT BRAKES. ALL DISCS CORRODED. POWER STEERING PIPES CORRODED.

Pass 26 Nov 2010 65,135 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 65,135 miles

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

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

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

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)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 61,082 miles

both rear tyres getting low

front number plate cracked

wipers not clearing 100%

Fail 27 Nov 2009 61,082 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres getting low

front number plate cracked

wipers not clearing 100%

Pass 25 Nov 2008 55,964 miles

POWER STEERING PIPES CORRODED FRONT N/S CHASSIS CORRODED

Pass 12 Nov 2007 51,024 miles

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

near side front tyre outer wall damaged

off side front tyre tread cracking

Fail 12 Nov 2007 51,024 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

near side front tyre outer wall damaged

off side front tyre tread cracking

Pass 14 Nov 2006 46,341 miles

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

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

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

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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X168 TJN is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X168 TJN, 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 X168 TJN registered?

X168 TJN is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 October 2000.

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