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Y736 LCF

2001 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

46,343 mi
Last recorded46,343 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY736 LCF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 46,343 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 46,343 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 46,067 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 May 2025 46,048 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2024 45,911 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2023 45,702 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 45,491 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 45,372 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 45,248 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 45,068 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 44,326 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 43,961 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 43,948 miles

front and rear brake hoses corroded

front and rear suspension rusty

power steering pipes rusty

rear exhaust system rusty

Fail 22 Jun 2016 43,948 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front and rear brake hoses corroded

front and rear suspension rusty

power steering pipes rusty

rear exhaust system rusty

Pass 18 Jun 2015 43,792 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 43,776 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 43,577 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 43,198 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 42,873 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 41,813 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 41,108 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 39,090 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 37,592 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 35,487 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 34,641 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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Y736 LCF is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 Y736 LCF, 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 Y736 LCF registered?

Y736 LCF is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 March 2001.

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