MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
114,854 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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rear suspension wishbones holed , corroded ,and weak not considered excessive
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
rear suspension wishbones holed , corroded ,and weak not considered excessive
exhaust heat sheild loose on front exhaust
Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
unable to check some testable items fully due to underbody protective sealant
Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
unable to check some testable items fully due to underbody protective sealant
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
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Y629 PLA is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 Y629 PLA, 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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What year was Y629 PLA registered?
Y629 PLA is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 May 2001.
Is Y629 PLA safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y629 PLA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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