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X373 OJX

2000 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

81,950 mi
Last recorded81,950 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX373 OJX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 81,950 miles

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

General Under-Body Corrosion

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

Fail 21 Sep 2019 81,950 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

General Under-Body Corrosion

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2019 81,944 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis box section/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

all four brake discs have light corrosion due to lack of use

Pass 30 Jul 2018 81,723 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 81,723 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2016 80,833 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 80,833 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 80,163 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 80,163 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 77,442 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 77,442 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 74,894 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 74,888 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 68,914 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 68,904 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 63,719 miles

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

very slight tear on nsr outside tyre wall

Pass 6 Jan 2009 57,743 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 51,794 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 44,544 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 44,544 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 40,190 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 40,190 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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X373 OJX is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 X373 OJX, 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 X373 OJX registered?

X373 OJX is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 November 2000.

Is X373 OJX safe to buy?

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