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X202 GPX

2000 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

96,088 mi
Last recorded96,088 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX202 GPX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 96,088 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 96,082 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Aftermarket HID unit fitted into headlamp that would use a Halogen lamp from standard (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Within 30cm of antiroll bar/ engine mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Marked with yellow chalk/wax (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Aftermarket HID unit fitted into headlamp that would use a Halogen lamp from standard (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Severe corrosion within 30cm of shock absorber/strut assembly (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 90,119 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 84,026 miles

both rear lower sills

Pass 17 Jun 2022 74,135 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 17 Jun 2022 74,135 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 59,339 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 56,141 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust pipe/s corroded.

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Sign of corrosion under vehicle.

Fail 8 Jun 2020 56,141 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust pipe/s corroded.

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

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

Sign of corrosion under vehicle.

Pass 13 Jun 2019 53,756 miles

Brake pedal rubber well worn.

Corrosion to sills and floor pans.

Fail 10 Jun 2019 53,745 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Excess corrosion to holes to nearside outer sill within 12" of front seat belt lower anchorage. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Excess corrosion to holes to offside outer sill within 12" of front seat belt lower anchorage. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pedal rubber well worn.

Corrosion to sills and floor pans.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 51,315 miles

Nearside Front Worn on outer edge

Pass 30 Jun 2017 48,312 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 45,212 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 42,990 miles

slight brake drag nearside front

slight corrosion to front chassis area

Fail 29 May 2015 42,927 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 May 2014 40,985 miles

F/discs very corroded on inner face

O/S/R tyre worn/perished

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2013 38,127 miles

front discs corroded on inner faces

Pass 22 May 2012 34,874 miles

both front tyres, treads perishing.

o/s/f tyre tread worn very low outer edge

Fail 22 May 2012 34,864 miles

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

both front tyres, treads perishing.

o/s/f tyre tread worn very low outer edge

Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,205 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 30,184 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 29,152 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 27,644 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 27,644 miles

Offside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

adv light corrosion evedent on under body

Pass 13 Jun 2007 25,799 miles

Screen is chipped

Pass 3 Mar 2006 21,725 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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X202 GPX is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 X202 GPX, 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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X202 GPX is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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