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X986 GGS

2000 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,337 mi
Last recorded21,337 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX986 GGS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 21,337 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 20,966 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 20,663 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 20,015 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 20,014 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2021 18,692 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 17,321 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 16,447 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 15,400 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 14,359 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 13,003 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 12,202 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 11,797 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 11,406 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 11,041 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 10,633 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 10,565 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 10,519 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 10,430 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 10,395 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 10,395 miles

Offside Front Torsion bar attachment bracket fractured (2.4.E.4b)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 9,928 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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X986 GGS is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X986 GGS, 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 X986 GGS registered?

X986 GGS is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 September 2000.

Is X986 GGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X986 GGS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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