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Y568 XRM

2001 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

42,190 mi
Last recorded42,190 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY568 XRM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 42,190 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 42,190 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 40,214 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 37,250 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 37,250 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 36,192 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 36,192 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded left to right (1.1.11 (c))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front floor both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 33,951 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 32,684 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 32,684 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 31,874 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 30,473 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 30,473 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 27,579 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 26,041 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 21,673 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 21,673 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Mar 2009 18,411 miles

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 18,411 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 13,690 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 10,780 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 9,643 miles

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 9,643 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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Y568 XRM is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y568 XRM, 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 Y568 XRM registered?

Y568 XRM is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y568 XRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y568 XRM shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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