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BKZ 7131

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,301 mi
Last recorded28,301 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKZ 7131
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 28,301 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 27,548 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 27,523 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 25,992 miles
Pass 14 May 2023 25,258 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2022 24,141 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 23,571 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 23,545 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 7131 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BKZ 7131, 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 BKZ 7131 registered?

BKZ 7131 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 April 1999.

Is BKZ 7131 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKZ 7131 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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