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Y226 ONP

2001 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

73,070 mi
Last recorded73,070 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY226 ONP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 73,070 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 68,348 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

rear service brakes getting lazy

Fail 28 Nov 2016 68,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres 3mm

rear service brakes getting lazy

Pass 30 Nov 2015 59,240 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 59,240 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 52,171 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 52,157 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 51,772 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 47,325 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 47,319 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 10 May 2011 41,538 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010
Pass 30 Apr 2009 38,125 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 35,678 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 31,327 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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Y226 ONP is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 72,567 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 Y226 ONP, 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 25 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 Y226 ONP registered?

Y226 ONP is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y226 ONP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y226 ONP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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