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X183 XLJ

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,806 mi
Last recorded63,806 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX183 XLJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 63,806 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 63,208 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 63,208 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 62,693 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 61,730 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 61,730 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 61,172 miles

nearside rear outer sill starting to corrode

offside rear brake calliper worn, may need servicing

Pass 3 Jul 2020 60,121 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 58,844 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 57,578 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 56,275 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 54,242 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 52,598 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 51,362 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 43,759 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 42,815 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 42,813 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 41,974 miles

Front pads low

rear pads low

Pass 16 Jan 2008 40,660 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 34,289 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 29,077 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 29,051 miles

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

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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X183 XLJ is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X183 XLJ, 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 X183 XLJ registered?

X183 XLJ is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 October 2000.

Is X183 XLJ safe to buy?

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