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X976 FGC

2000 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

110,908 mi
Last recorded110,908 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX976 FGC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 110,908 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 110,908 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 98,439 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 88,885 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear brake binding on slightly

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear brake noisy when operated in test rollers

Pass 7 May 2015 86,529 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 May 2015 86,529 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 8 May 2014 84,865 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 82,824 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 May 2013 82,823 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 May 2012 80,859 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 78,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2010 77,028 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 77,028 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 75,099 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 72,759 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 70,078 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 70,078 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 8 May 2006 54,273 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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X976 FGC is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2000 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 76,778 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 X976 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.

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What year was X976 FGC registered?

X976 FGC is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 October 2000.

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