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Y721 ADU

2001 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

64,162 mi
Last recorded64,162 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY721 ADU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 64,162 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 64,162 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 63,979 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 63,799 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 63,757 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2020 63,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 63,598 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 63,405 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 63,236 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 62,615 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 59,816 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 58,712 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 57,661 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 56,548 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 55,749 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 55,148 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 54,047 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 51,982 miles

Front brakes half worn

Pass 26 Feb 2009 48,392 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 43,804 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 40,892 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 35,579 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 35,579 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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Y721 ADU is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc 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 Y721 ADU, 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 Y721 ADU registered?

Y721 ADU is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y721 ADU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y721 ADU 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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