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A18 FTK

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

33,825 mi
Last recorded33,825 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 FTK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 33,825 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 23,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 23,674 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 23,400 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 23,198 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 22,774 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 22,338 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 22,338 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 22,278 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 22,054 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 21,846 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 20,974 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 20,934 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 19,799 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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A18 FTK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 A18 FTK, 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.

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What year was A18 FTK registered?

A18 FTK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is A18 FTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 FTK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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