CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y399 YKK

2001 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,813 mi
Last recorded62,813 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY399 YKK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 62,813 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 59,965 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 56,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 53,071 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 53,071 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 49,594 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 46,131 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 42,470 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 41,236 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion to offside outer sill within seatbelt mounting prescribed area

Pass 3 Jan 2013 40,470 miles

corrosion in front suspension components

exhaust leak

Pass 19 Oct 2011 39,687 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Corrosion to rear anti-roll bar, rear anti-roll bar link arms and to rear suspension arms.

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

Fail 14 Oct 2011 39,669 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Corrosion to rear anti-roll bar, rear anti-roll bar link arms and to rear suspension arms.

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 37,808 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2010 37,338 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 34,618 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 32,996 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 32,915 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 21 May 2008 29,830 miles

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

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

off side front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 30 Apr 2007 24,397 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 21,332 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y399 YKK is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 Y399 YKK, 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 Y399 YKK?

You can check the full history of Y399 YKK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y399 YKK registered?

Y399 YKK is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 May 2001.

Is Y399 YKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y399 YKK shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y399 YKK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y399 YKK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.