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CK51 PRV

2001 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,858 mi
Last recorded76,858 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK51 PRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 76,858 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper & lower suspension arms rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill soft at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper & lower suspension arms rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill soft at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel arch rusty & poor condition

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All steering pipes rusty (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Feb 2026 76,856 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper & lower suspension arms rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill soft at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper & lower suspension arms rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill soft at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel arch rusty & poor condition

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded All steering pipes rusty (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 76,600 miles

both outer sills poor condition at rear (body filler cracking)

offside rear wheel arch poor condition (corrosion)

Fail 25 Feb 2022 76,600 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres inner sidewalls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both outer sills poor condition at rear (body filler cracking)

offside rear wheel arch poor condition (corrosion)

Pass 3 Mar 2021 76,425 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 76,342 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 76,342 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour white light (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 75,429 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016

4 tyres

Pass 7 Sep 2015 70,525 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 66,310 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 62,970 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 57,931 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 52,885 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 47,688 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 47,688 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 42,477 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 42,477 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 37,037 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 32,857 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 29,412 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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CK51 PRV is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 CK51 PRV, 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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What year was CK51 PRV registered?

CK51 PRV is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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The MOT history for CK51 PRV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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