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Y454 VBK

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

76,240 mi
Last recorded76,240 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY454 VBK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 76,240 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 74,445 miles

engine warning light stays on

rear brake discs corroded

sills floor inner wings and chassis all corroded and weak

suspension and underside corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2017 71,277 miles

exhaust corroded

suspension and subframe corroded

Pass 3 May 2016 68,253 miles

wiper blades in poor condition

chassis corroded

exhaust corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2015 65,566 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust rusty

Fail 27 Apr 2015 65,566 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust rusty

Pass 6 May 2014 62,796 miles

exhaust rear and centre section rusty

front and rear subframes rusty

front brake discs rusty

Pass 1 May 2013 59,328 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

all brake discs rusty

wiper blades judder

Pass 2 May 2012 55,737 miles

all brake discs rusty and worn

rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 9 May 2011 52,622 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 12 May 2010 48,855 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 46,891 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 43,338 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s & o/s front tyres deteriorating inside side wall

Pass 3 Aug 2007 38,912 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 34,538 miles

handbrake lever travel becoming excessive.

Pass 5 Aug 2005 30,027 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 VBK is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 VBK, 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 VBK registered?

Y454 VBK is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 July 2001.

Is Y454 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y454 VBK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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