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X985 NBV

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,698 mi
Last recorded40,698 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX985 NBV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 40,698 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 40,360 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 40,125 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 39,844 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 39,607 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 39,414 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 39,110 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 38,643 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 37,807 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 37,095 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 36,279 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 35,125 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 34,170 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 32,928 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 31,813 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 30,649 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 29,297 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 27,657 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 26,168 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 24,453 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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X985 NBV is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X985 NBV, 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 X985 NBV registered?

X985 NBV is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X985 NBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X985 NBV shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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