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Y579 NHB

2001 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

42,884 mi
Last recorded42,884 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY579 NHB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 42,884 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 42,676 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 41,459 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 39,753 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 38,299 miles

rust on off side sill

Pass 14 Aug 2013 35,911 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 33,621 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 32,308 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 30,411 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 30,384 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 29,089 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)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 27,736 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 26,347 miles

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

Offside Front 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 Jul 2006 24,720 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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Y579 NHB is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y579 NHB, 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 Y579 NHB registered?

Y579 NHB is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 July 2001.

Is Y579 NHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y579 NHB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y579 NHB have outstanding finance?

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