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Y808 YKH

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

116,973 mi
Last recorded116,973 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY808 YKH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 116,973 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2020 116,972 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 108,764 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 106,849 miles

both rear inner/outer sills corroded

Pass 9 May 2017 104,549 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 May 2017 104,547 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2016 101,446 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 97,070 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 90,608 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine under trays fitted

nearside front tyre slightly craked inner side wall

Fail 24 Apr 2014 90,601 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine under trays fitted

nearside front tyre slightly craked inner side wall

Pass 9 May 2013 87,353 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight oil leak from underside of vehicle.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2012 81,021 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 May 2012 81,021 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2011 68,567 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 55,918 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 45,166 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 45,166 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 1 May 2008 37,649 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 29,892 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 24,082 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 24,832 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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Y808 YKH is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 Y808 YKH, 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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Y808 YKH is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 2001.

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