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Y722 ECL

2001 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,317 mi
Last recorded44,317 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY722 ECL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 44,317 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 43,474 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 43,472 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 43,445 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 43,240 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 42,997 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 42,780 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 42,588 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 42,515 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 42,399 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 42,331 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2014 42,220 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 41,935 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 41,876 miles

both front wipers slightly split on ends.

both outter sills at rear corroded.

Pass 20 Apr 2011 41,785 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 41,602 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 41,498 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 40,304 miles

front brake discs corroded on inside edges

Pass 16 Apr 2007 37,849 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 35,213 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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Y722 ECL is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y722 ECL, 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 Y722 ECL registered?

Y722 ECL is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y722 ECL safe to buy?

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