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A8 GDK

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,744 mi
Last recorded90,744 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 GDK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 90,744 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 89,898 miles

all suspension arms are corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2024 89,846 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis rails (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 89,048 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 88,342 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 88,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 86,770 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 86,140 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 85,399 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 84,843 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 84,830 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 84,202 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 83,157 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 81,911 miles

winter tyres fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2014 79,966 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 77,820 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 74,994 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 72,181 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 69,192 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 69,181 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 63,808 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 58,452 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 54,411 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 48,913 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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A8 GDK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A8 GDK, 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 A8 GDK registered?

A8 GDK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 July 1999.

Is A8 GDK safe to buy?

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