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Y840 CAH

2001 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,691 mi
Last recorded54,691 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY840 CAH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2012 54,691 miles

both rear tyres perished// rear transverse brake pipe has surface rust

Fail 28 Nov 2012 54,688 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

both rear tyres perished// rear transverse brake pipe has surface rust

Pass 27 Oct 2011 46,486 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 46,484 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 40,415 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 33,410 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 33,345 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 33,345 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 24,089 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 24,089 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 23,363 miles

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

rear number plate slightly discoloured

Pass 11 Jul 2006 22,416 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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Y840 CAH is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y840 CAH, 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 Y840 CAH registered?

Y840 CAH is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y840 CAH safe to buy?

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