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X868 UNW

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,221 mi
Last recorded125,221 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX868 UNW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 125,221 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2017 125,144 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 122,653 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 119,777 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 109,083 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre cut, not exposing ply or cords.

Pass 8 Aug 2013 91,469 miles

rear road springs slightly corroded

slight corrosion to outer edge of front brake disc inner face

Fail 5 Aug 2013 91,466 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

rear road springs slightly corroded

slight corrosion to outer edge of front brake disc inner face

Pass 6 Aug 2012 77,059 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 67,647 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 67,149 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 64,888 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 64,888 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 59,800 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 59,800 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 53,732 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 43,099 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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X868 UNW 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 75%.

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 X868 UNW, 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 X868 UNW registered?

X868 UNW is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 December 2000.

Is X868 UNW safe to buy?

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