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Y702 JCY

2001 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,521 mi
Last recorded44,521 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY702 JCY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 44,521 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm-3.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 44,273 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Brake Flexi Pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Brake Flexi Pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 43,415 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 May 2017 40,764 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 35,597 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 33,007 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 29,841 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 29,243 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2013 29,243 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 26,697 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 25,603 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 24,533 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 23,482 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 21,371 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 17,518 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 14,868 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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Y702 JCY is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 Y702 JCY, 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 Y702 JCY registered?

Y702 JCY is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is Y702 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y702 JCY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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