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BCZ 2335

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,318 mi
Last recorded117,318 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCZ 2335
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 117,318 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 116,482 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 115,648 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 114,250 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 111,656 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 109,480 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 106,617 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 103,207 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 103,149 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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BCZ 2335 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BCZ 2335, 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 BCZ 2335 registered?

BCZ 2335 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 1999.

Is BCZ 2335 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCZ 2335 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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