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FX51 WAC

2001 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,709 mi
Last recorded84,709 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-572,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 WAC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 84,709 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 69,315 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 62,827 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 57,468 miles

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 53,017 miles

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 49,338 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 49,338 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 42,203 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 35,771 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 33,416 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 31,261 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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FX51 WAC is a 2001 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FX51 WAC, 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 FX51 WAC registered?

FX51 WAC is a 2001 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FX51 WAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 WAC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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