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X181 PBW

2000 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2023
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

133,938 mi
Last recorded133,938 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX181 PBW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2023 133,938 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked with white chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked with white chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box and central join corroded badly an leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 130,455 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 130,453 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect colour (0.1 (d))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 128,295 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Fail 18 Nov 2021 128,295 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 119,610 miles

General age related underbody and suspension corrosion

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 119,606 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

General age related underbody and suspension corrosion

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 118,365 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 117,832 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear suspension slightly corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 116,311 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 115,241 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 112,966 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 110,969 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 107,785 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 107,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 104,299 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 104,299 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 98,949 miles

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

heat shield loose

Pass 26 Aug 2010 94,508 miles

exhaust heat sheild slightly broken

Pass 18 Aug 2009 87,860 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 81,120 miles

offside rear shock absorber light misting of oil

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 7 Aug 2007 73,074 miles

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

rear number plate deteriorated.

Pass 31 Aug 2006 66,574 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 66,574 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 58,709 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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X181 PBW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 X181 PBW, 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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X181 PBW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 September 2000.

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