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Y998 JDT

2001 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,598 mi
Last recorded73,598 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY998 JDT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 73,598 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 73,221 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 72,853 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 72,268 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 71,517 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 70,943 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 70,193 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 68,812 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 68,230 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 67,584 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 67,036 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 66,265 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 65,919 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 65,399 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 64,719 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 64,042 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 63,216 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 62,455 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 61,403 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 60,440 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 55,666 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

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

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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Y998 JDT is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 Y998 JDT, 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 Y998 JDT registered?

Y998 JDT is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y998 JDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y998 JDT shows 21 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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