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Y784 GKG

2001 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

57,818 mi
Last recorded57,818 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY784 GKG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 57,818 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 56,910 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 56,910 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 56,511 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 56,247 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 54,855 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 53,865 miles

n/s and o/s rear outer sill panels corroded but not structual

Pass 19 Aug 2019 51,330 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 50,316 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 50,316 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 48,986 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 46,691 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 42,589 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front and rear suspension arms rusty

nearside rear tyre 3mm

Pass 2 Sep 2014 38,437 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 1 Sep 2014 38,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 24 Aug 2013 34,764 miles

Brakes ; imbalance on rear brakes

Rear number plate fading

Tyres ; both front walls perished

Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Well undersealed / painted underside

Pass 16 Mar 2012 29,572 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres cracking

Pass 13 Dec 2010 26,466 miles

nearside rear wheel dented on inner rim

Pass 11 Dec 2009 24,954 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 22,750 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 20,627 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 17,418 miles

n/s/f tyre has small deep cut + nail in tread.[recommend replacement a.s.a.p]

o/s/r tyre has small cut in tread.[195/50/15v]

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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Y784 GKG is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y784 GKG, 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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Y784 GKG is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 March 2001.

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