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Y772 OHC

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

111,351 mi
Last recorded111,351 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY772 OHC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 111,351 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 111,042 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 110,680 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 110,457 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 109,993 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 109,402 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 106,233 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS chassis rails / inner wheel archs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 106,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS chassis rails / inner wheel archs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 100,031 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 99,462 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 98,638 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 94,502 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 90,484 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 85,783 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 80,062 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 80,062 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 79,383 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 77,663 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 76,219 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 74,586 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 69,852 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 69,852 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 62,355 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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Y772 OHC is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 Y772 OHC, 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 Y772 OHC registered?

Y772 OHC is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 June 2001.

Is Y772 OHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y772 OHC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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