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Y914 MGR

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,024 mi
Last recorded32,024 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY914 MGR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 32,024 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

suspension components show age related surface corrosion and have been painted.

Fail 21 Apr 2026 32,021 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

suspension components show age related surface corrosion and have been painted.

Pass 31 Oct 2016 31,900 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 30,411 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,316 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 23,494 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 20,102 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 20,102 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 18,918 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 17,733 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 16,823 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 15,133 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 11,654 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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Y914 MGR is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y914 MGR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y914 MGR registered?

Y914 MGR is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 July 2001.

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