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Y898 BDU

2001 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,806 mi
Last recorded112,806 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY898 BDU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 112,806 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2023 108,621 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis legs starting to go (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis legs starting to go (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

underside areas corroding suspension parts etc

Pass 21 May 2022 101,194 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 98,212 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 98,149 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSR/OSR Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear and OSF Starting to show signs of rust/corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Number plate is a sticker but legal size

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Undertray fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2016 92,174 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2015 81,568 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 64,772 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2013 61,169 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 61,169 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 57,503 miles

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

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front registartion plate damaged

Pass 22 Jun 2012 57,503 miles

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

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

front registartion plate damaged

Pass 17 Jun 2011 53,011 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 49,104 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 44,346 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 42,063 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 39,251 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 34,707 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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Y898 BDU is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y898 BDU, 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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Y898 BDU is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 June 2001.

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