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703 DGO

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

134,125 mi
Last recorded134,125 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration703 DGO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 134,125 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 133,325 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 132,860 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 132,539 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 131,779 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 131,033 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 130,612 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 130,276 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 129,389 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 128,170 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 127,301 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 125,700 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 125,700 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 124,239 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 122,831 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 119,629 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 117,355 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 115,030 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 113,765 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 111,280 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 108,031 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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703 DGO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1999 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 82,499 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 703 DGO, 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 27 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 703 DGO registered?

703 DGO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is 703 DGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 703 DGO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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