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X296 BAP

2000 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX296 BAP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 94,049 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 90,145 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 86,114 miles

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

Offside Rear brake calliper damp

underside undersealed

Pass 23 Apr 2018 84,946 miles

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

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

vehicle undersealed

Pass 9 Sep 2016 84,792 miles

Both inner sills corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2016 84,788 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Both inner sills corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2013 83,493 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 82,829 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 77,232 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 67,088 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 57,228 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2007 42,337 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 29,556 miles

both front tyres worn edges/n/s/f almost devoid but 4.0 mm where testable

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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X296 BAP is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 X296 BAP, 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 X296 BAP registered?

X296 BAP is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X296 BAP safe to buy?

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