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Y61 WGC

2001 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

40,514 mi
Last recorded40,514 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY61 WGC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 40,514 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 38,781 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 36,828 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 36,472 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 35,474 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 34,891 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 34,273 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 33,551 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 32,872 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 32,098 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 32,098 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 10 Feb 2015 30,991 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 30,991 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 29,804 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 28,576 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 27,385 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 26,192 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 24,658 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 23,322 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 21,877 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 19,782 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 16,060 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 16,043 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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Y61 WGC 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 87%.

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 Y61 WGC, 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 Y61 WGC registered?

Y61 WGC is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 March 2001.

Is Y61 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y61 WGC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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