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Y454 RAL

2001 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,612 mi
Last recorded80,612 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY454 RAL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 80,612 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 73,000 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 71,200 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2015 69,430 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

both front tyres worn on inner shoulders

Pass 12 Feb 2015 69,430 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front tyres worn on inner shoulders

Pass 28 Feb 2014 67,156 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 26 Feb 2014 67,156 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2013 65,129 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 62,439 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 56,597 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 53,290 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 49,000 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 40,581 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 35,374 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 28,755 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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Y454 RAL is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y454 RAL, 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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What year was Y454 RAL registered?

Y454 RAL is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y454 RAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y454 RAL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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