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Y98 NBO

2001 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,309 mi
Last recorded10,309 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY98 NBO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 10,309 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 10,241 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 10,163 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 10,074 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 9,986 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 9,821 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 9,745 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 9,552 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 9,473 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 9,385 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,077 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 8,982 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 8,696 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 8,514 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 8,190 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 7,693 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 7,060 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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Y98 NBO is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y98 NBO, 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 Y98 NBO registered?

Y98 NBO is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y98 NBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y98 NBO shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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