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DS51 ZFJ

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,201 mi
Last recorded107,201 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS51 ZFJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 107,201 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 100,182 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 90,575 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 83,973 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 81,578 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 79,481 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 74,657 miles

front tyre outerwalls starting to perish

Pass 9 Feb 2010 72,960 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 68,884 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 68,884 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 60,187 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 52,159 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 52,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 40,847 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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DS51 ZFJ is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DS51 ZFJ, 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 DS51 ZFJ registered?

DS51 ZFJ is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 November 2001.

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The MOT history for DS51 ZFJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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