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BKZ 9402

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Other 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,196 mi
Last recorded99,196 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKZ 9402
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 99,196 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2025 99,174 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 96,514 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 96,250 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 95,034 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 9402 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 9402, 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 9402 registered?

BKZ 9402 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 May 1999.

Is BKZ 9402 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKZ 9402 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BKZ 9402 have outstanding finance?

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