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DY51 ZFN

2001 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

30,944 mi
Last recorded30,944 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 ZFN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 30,944 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 30,182 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 29,263 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 28,770 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 28,172 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 28,170 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 27,591 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 26,850 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 25,347 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 24,056 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 23,066 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 21,578 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 20,159 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 19,312 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 17,582 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 15,886 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 14,069 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 12,389 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 11,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 11,121 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 9,514 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 8,743 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 8,239 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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DY51 ZFN is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DY51 ZFN, 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 DY51 ZFN registered?

DY51 ZFN is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 December 2001.

Is DY51 ZFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 ZFN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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