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X942 FGC

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

82,144 mi
Last recorded82,144 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX942 FGC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 82,144 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 81,865 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 81,846 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 81,378 miles

NSF tyre is worn low

Oil leak from engine area

Fail 22 Jun 2022 81,378 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

NSF tyre is worn low

Oil leak from engine area

Pass 28 Jun 2021 81,069 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 80,756 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 80,376 miles

engine tray fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2018 79,592 miles

plastic engine covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2017 78,570 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 77,858 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 76,782 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 75,626 miles

rusty n/s/r sill

Pass 24 Jun 2013 74,367 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 72,908 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 71,505 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 71,505 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 70,216 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 68,455 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 67,055 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 65,555 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 31,632 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 59,425 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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X942 FGC is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 X942 FGC, 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 X942 FGC registered?

X942 FGC is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 October 2000.

Is X942 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X942 FGC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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