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X307 DRW

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,242 mi
Last recorded51,242 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX307 DRW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 51,242 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1 pin broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2025 51,238 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1 pin broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 50,786 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1 pin broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 1 pin broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 50,265 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 49,617 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 48,847 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2020 47,869 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 47,002 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 45,799 miles

light corrosion to n/s/r sill

oil leak

Fail 1 Oct 2018 45,799 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

light corrosion to n/s/r sill

oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2017 44,558 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 43,239 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 43,198 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 41,965 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 40,575 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 38,767 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 4 Oct 2013 38,767 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 36,866 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 35,097 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 33,299 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 28,361 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 25,652 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 22,359 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 19,385 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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X307 DRW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X307 DRW, 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 X307 DRW registered?

X307 DRW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 September 2000.

Is X307 DRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X307 DRW shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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