CarVerify

Free Car Check

X742 DYB

2000 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,463 mi
Last recorded43,463 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX742 DYB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2019 43,463 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 41,546 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre sidewall slightly damaged

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Minor misting of oil on body of shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 39,664 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Damage to sill area but not causing sharp edges

Pass 28 Nov 2016 38,053 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 36,395 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 35,513 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 33,796 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2012 31,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 31,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 29,333 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 27,245 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 25,474 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 23,464 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 21,781 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

small cuts in osf tyre sidewall

Pass 29 Nov 2006 19,762 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X742 DYB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X742 DYB, 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 X742 DYB?

You can check the full history of X742 DYB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X742 DYB registered?

X742 DYB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X742 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X742 DYB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X742 DYB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X742 DYB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.