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Y577 NHR

2001 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

115,688 mi
Last recorded115,688 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY577 NHR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2019 115,688 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle brake binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle caliper binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slightly twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slightly twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal slight corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 114,435 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 114,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 112,895 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 112,894 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 May 2016 106,911 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 106,911 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2015 103,452 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 100,518 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 97,525 miles

o/s/f tyre getting low

Fail 20 May 2013 97,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 17 May 2012 90,554 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 87,875 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jun 2011 87,871 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 83,535 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 74,760 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 69,083 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 60,251 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 51,119 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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Y577 NHR is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 Y577 NHR, 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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Y577 NHR is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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