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YR51 EHH

2001 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

97,109 mi
Last recorded97,109 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 EHH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 97,109 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 97,108 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2024 95,123 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 91,138 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 90,921 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 90,015 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 89,887 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 89,534 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 88,573 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 87,552 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 86,112 miles
Pass 26 May 2013 83,494 miles

o/s/f tyre showing signs of cracking on inner sidewall but not split down to cords

Pass 14 Jul 2012 81,096 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 71,448 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 64,109 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 57,840 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 53,853 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 49,603 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 45,488 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 45,488 miles

Nearside Front 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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YR51 EHH is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YR51 EHH, 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 YR51 EHH registered?

YR51 EHH is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YR51 EHH safe to buy?

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