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BKZ 4683

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,971 mi
Last recorded138,971 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKZ 4683
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 138,971 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 136,185 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 136,123 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 131,708 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 128,898 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 127,254 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 123,842 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 123,795 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 122,742 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 122,469 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 116,497 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 116,169 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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BKZ 4683 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BKZ 4683, 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

How do I check the history of BKZ 4683?

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What year was BKZ 4683 registered?

BKZ 4683 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is BKZ 4683 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKZ 4683 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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