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X608 PJO

2000 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

89,830 mi
Last recorded89,830 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX608 PJO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 89,830 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 89,817 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 88,460 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 85,965 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake has little reserve travel

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

Fail 15 Jul 2021 85,964 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 85,103 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 82,855 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 79,672 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 79,629 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Outer sills both sides (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 75,609 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 72,679 miles

covers & shields not allowing full inspection

multiple points of slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

o/s front brake slight binding

Pass 21 Oct 2014 70,183 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 67,143 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 63,833 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 60,986 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 57,939 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 55,995 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 53,551 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 53,551 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 50,168 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 42,065 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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X608 PJO is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 X608 PJO, 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 X608 PJO registered?

X608 PJO is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 October 2000.

Is X608 PJO safe to buy?

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