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Y48 OCA

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

119,555 mi
Last recorded119,555 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY48 OCA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 119,555 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 49,410 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2021 47,509 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing under arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 47,487 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 46,710 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 46,229 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear joint (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 45,530 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 44,826 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Mar 2015 43,845 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 42,959 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 42,959 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 41,405 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 39,658 miles

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

front brake discs heavily corroded

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2010 37,886 miles

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

rear brakes sticking on slightly

Pass 4 Feb 2010 36,059 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 34,429 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 31,366 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 27,898 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 22,568 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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Y48 OCA is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y48 OCA, 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 Y48 OCA registered?

Y48 OCA is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2001.

Is Y48 OCA safe to buy?

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