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X898 VJK

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

66,318 mi
Last recorded66,318 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX898 VJK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 66,318 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 60,110 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 51,644 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 51,617 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle joint (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

undershield fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2016 45,648 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2016 45,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 44,003 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2015 43,976 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 41,330 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 41,330 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 38,862 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 36,974 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 35,711 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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X898 VJK is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X898 VJK, 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 X898 VJK registered?

X898 VJK is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 September 2000.

Is X898 VJK safe to buy?

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