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Y391 RVS

2001 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

98,531 mi
Last recorded98,531 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY391 RVS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2013 98,531 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 98,531 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 96,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 96,955 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 95,470 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 95,470 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 89,167 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

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

n/s front fog light inoperative

oil leaks from gearbox rear seal

Fail 5 Jul 2010 89,166 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

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

both front brake discs pitted - inner faces

n/s front fog light inoperative

oil leaks from gearbox rear seal

Pass 1 Jul 2009 83,916 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 83,910 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 81,663 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 65,143 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 65,143 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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Y391 RVS is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 Y391 RVS, 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

How do I check the history of Y391 RVS?

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What year was Y391 RVS registered?

Y391 RVS is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y391 RVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y391 RVS shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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