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DU51 XUM

2001 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,162 mi
Last recorded78,162 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 XUM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 78,162 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 73,660 miles

Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both chassis rails (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2018 73,651 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both chassis rails (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2016 71,090 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 71,051 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage pannel (6.1.C.1)

Steering locking device missing both front outer track rod ends (2.2.C.1g)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all four (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2015 67,801 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 61,342 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 61,323 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 59,996 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 56,412 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 52,154 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 47,921 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 43,728 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 39,064 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 33,100 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 25,336 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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DU51 XUM is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DU51 XUM, 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 DU51 XUM registered?

DU51 XUM is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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