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Y531 ERB

2001 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,036 mi
Last recorded43,036 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY531 ERB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 43,036 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 42,069 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 40,479 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 40,404 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 40,139 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 38,656 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 38,407 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 38,220 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 37,732 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 36,984 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 35,928 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 35,340 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 35,154 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 34,260 miles

nearside rear outer sill, slightly corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2011 33,307 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 31,638 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 30,209 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 27,183 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 23,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

all tyres tread perishing/cracking

Pass 14 Sep 2006 19,727 miles

all tyre tread cracking & perishing

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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Y531 ERB is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y531 ERB, 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

How do I check the history of Y531 ERB?

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What year was Y531 ERB registered?

Y531 ERB is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y531 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y531 ERB shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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