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Y462 VBK

2001 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

98,721 mi
Last recorded98,721 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY462 VBK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 98,721 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 92,025 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 88,718 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 88,718 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 83,458 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 78,415 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 71,715 miles

hand brake reserve travel near limit

Pass 5 Jan 2018 70,343 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 70,343 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 68,707 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 66,277 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 62,836 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 62,836 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 59,295 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 58,553 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 58,553 miles

Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Inner Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 57,567 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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Y462 VBK is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y462 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y462 VBK registered?

Y462 VBK is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 August 2001.

Is Y462 VBK safe to buy?

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