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Y100 SYB

2000 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

40,556 mi
Last recorded40,556 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-576,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY100 SYB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 40,556 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 39,710 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 39,699 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 39,540 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 39,487 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 39,383 miles

general underbody corrosion.

Pass 17 Feb 2020 39,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general underbody surface corrosion.

Pass 11 Feb 2019 39,121 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 38,989 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 38,989 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test relocated to outside of swept area ()

Pass 14 Feb 2017 38,689 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 38,463 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 38,005 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 37,532 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 37,261 miles

cracks in n/s/f tyre sidewall

drivers airbag light flashing

front wipers smearing

Pass 6 Feb 2012 37,030 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 36,767 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 35,346 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 33,586 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 30,269 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 26,520 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 24,057 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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Y100 SYB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2000 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 76,778 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 Y100 SYB, 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 26 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 Y100 SYB registered?

Y100 SYB is a 2000 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y100 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y100 SYB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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