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X56 EKE

2000 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

147,242 mi
Last recorded147,242 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX56 EKE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 147,242 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 141,398 miles

n/s handbrake just to standard

Pass 18 Mar 2016 141,063 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 141,063 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 134,041 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 134,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 126,572 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 126,572 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 123,565 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 119,931 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 112,962 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 112,962 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 110,268 miles

nsf tyre low on tread on the inner/outer edges

osf tyre low on tread on the inner edge

Pass 12 Jan 2009 106,820 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 102,642 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 102,642 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 97,375 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 90,690 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 90,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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X56 EKE is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 X56 EKE, 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 X56 EKE registered?

X56 EKE is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 September 2000.

Is X56 EKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X56 EKE shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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