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X768 GEB

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

111,212 mi
Last recorded111,212 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX768 GEB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 111,212 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2016 104,075 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 104,075 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 100,559 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

the main brake pipe is corroded

the rear inner sills and o/s sill are corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2015 100,365 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

the main brake pipe is corroded

the rear inner sills and o/s sill are corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2014 90,509 miles

offside front tyre perrished

Fail 3 Jul 2014 90,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 83,687 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 81,718 miles

rear brake discs rusty

rear exhaust rusty

rear number plate light fault

Pass 18 Oct 2011 77,767 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 73,577 miles

rear of outer sill rusty

Pass 19 Oct 2009 66,641 miles

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

nearside front tyre has uneven tread

Pass 23 Oct 2008 62,906 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 58,964 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 55,629 miles

Nearside Rear 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 27 Oct 2005 52,471 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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X768 GEB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X768 GEB, 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 X768 GEB registered?

X768 GEB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 November 2000.

Is X768 GEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X768 GEB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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