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BBZ 388

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,335 mi
Last recorded63,335 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBZ 388
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 63,335 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 63,331 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 63,018 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 62,933 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 62,294 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 60,467 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 59,202 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 58,200 miles

o/s/f caliper/pads binding slightly

Pass 22 Jul 2011 57,317 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 55,630 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 54,331 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Slight binding to O/S/F brake. Some deterioration to front number plate. Front tyres wearing on inside edge.

Pass 25 Jun 2008 53,260 miles

O/S/F brake binding slightly.

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 50,350 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 47,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BBZ 388 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc 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 BBZ 388, 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 BBZ 388 registered?

BBZ 388 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is BBZ 388 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBZ 388 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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