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X37 GCR

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

69,882 mi
Last recorded69,882 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX37 GCR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 69,882 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2023 69,882 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 69,513 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 68,766 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 64,943 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 64,943 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 63,977 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 63,977 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 63,195 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 63,195 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 58,221 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 60,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 58,221 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 58,221 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 56,107 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 53,333 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 50,162 miles

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

n/s/rear brake dics in poor condition

Pass 30 Aug 2011 49,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 48,184 miles

brake pipe ferrules corroded front and rear

front suspension components corroded

handbrake adjustment poor

n/s/r brake pipe corroded

o/s/r sill corroded

power steering pipes corroded

rear suspension components corroded

screen chipped

Pass 3 Sep 2009 43,605 miles

hand brake lever has long travle

Pass 4 Sep 2008 37,898 miles

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

long handbrake travel

Pass 6 Sep 2007 31,754 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 27,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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X37 GCR is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 X37 GCR, 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 X37 GCR registered?

X37 GCR is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X37 GCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X37 GCR shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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