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FN51 OVL

2001 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,600 mi
Last recorded59,600 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 OVL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 59,600 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 48,304 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 48,290 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 46,444 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 43,676 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 40,754 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 37,437 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 37,437 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 33,728 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 32,914 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 32,256 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 31,394 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 30,278 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 28,943 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 27,089 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 26,041 miles

near side rear tyre wall cracking and tread also cracking

Pass 28 Jun 2007 18,376 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 16,997 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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FN51 OVL is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FN51 OVL, 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 FN51 OVL registered?

FN51 OVL is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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The MOT history for FN51 OVL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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