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X408 PBW

2000 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,910 mi
Last recorded44,910 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX408 PBW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 44,910 miles

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

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 44,413 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded

Rear brake pads worn

Rear reg plate faded slightly

Rear suspension components corroded

Offside Front chassis corroded

Front slight oil leak on engine

Front suspension components corroded

Nearside Outer sill corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2018 43,634 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 43,403 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill area. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis inside wheel arch. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill area. (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 42,855 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both lower bushes (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sills both sides (6.1.B.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 42,047 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 40,064 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 38,274 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Nov 2012 38,274 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 37,685 miles

rear number plate starting to fade

slight damage to front number plate

Fail 11 Nov 2010 37,085 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 37,085 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 36,256 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 35,126 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 35,114 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 33,723 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 31,403 miles

lhr tyre wearing on inner edge rhr tyre wearing on inner edge lhf tyre wearing on outer edge

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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X408 PBW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 X408 PBW, 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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X408 PBW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 September 2000.

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