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Y448 KRX

2001 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,797 mi
Last recorded86,797 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY448 KRX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 86,797 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

all suspension components corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2025 86,783 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

brake discs corroded

suspension low

Fail 26 Jun 2023 86,714 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 May 2023 86,704 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to engine misfire - emissions likely to be affected (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Anti-roll bar has an unsafe modification Anti roll bar has been cut - Leaving the remains attached to the vehicle (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured Cut leaving the ball joint attached (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Engine malfunction light on

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS Wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake calliper appears damp with brake fluid however no visible leaks under pressure

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake calliper appears damp with brake fluid, however no visible leaks under pressure

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 74,338 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 74,338 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 69,250 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 63,670 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust system corroded.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 63,670 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust system corroded.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 56,261 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 48,878 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 43,120 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 37,748 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 33,865 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 32,234 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 29,528 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 27,194 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 25,472 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 23,795 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 22,670 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 22,670 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 21,586 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 20,419 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 19,205 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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Y448 KRX is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y448 KRX, 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.

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Y448 KRX is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 June 2001.

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