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X5 RUK

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,784 mi
Last recorded43,784 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 RUK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 43,784 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 43,291 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 42,745 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 42,214 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 42,214 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Lambda Reading Too High (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 41,818 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front Tyres Dated 2004 & Starting To Crack Between Outer Tread Pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 41,270 miles

All Four Tyres 2004 Dated

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear Tyres Just Above Legal Limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 40,731 miles

All 4 tyres date stamped 2004

Nearside rear tyre getting low 3.1mm

Offside rear tyre getting low 3.2mm

Pass 3 Apr 2019 39,566 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both Rear Shock Absorbers Misting Oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear Tyres Getting Low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 38,293 miles

rear shockers misting

rear tyres low

Pass 3 Apr 2017 37,396 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 36,268 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both rear (2.7.3)

Tyre valves too long

Pass 2 Apr 2015 34,796 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 33,558 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 31,886 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 29,975 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 29,975 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 27,494 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 25,722 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 23,713 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 23,711 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 22,530 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 20,113 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 18,686 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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X5 RUK is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 X5 RUK, 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

How do I check the history of X5 RUK?

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What year was X5 RUK registered?

X5 RUK is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 November 2000.

Is X5 RUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 RUK shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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