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VFZ 1265

2000 Mazda MX5

Green Other 1830cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,552 mi
Last recorded121,552 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX584,593 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 1265
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,830cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 121,552 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 121,532 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 118,203 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 116,755 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 113,515 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 113,499 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 108,478 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 105,756 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 104,532 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 102,959 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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VFZ 1265 is a 2000 Mazda MX5 in Green with a 1,830cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 84,593 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFZ 1265, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 26 years old, this Mazda MX5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VFZ 1265 registered?

VFZ 1265 is a 2000 Mazda MX5, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is VFZ 1265 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 1265 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFZ 1265 have outstanding finance?

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