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C4 GHB

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,707 mi
Last recorded73,707 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 GHB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 73,707 miles

Both Front Headlamps Have Slightly Reduced Light Intensity

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 73,698 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 73,649 miles

Nearside Front Light intensity reduced

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Light intensity reduced

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 73,586 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 73,586 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 73,331 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2022 73,331 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 73,326 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 73,103 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 72,976 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 72,976 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 72,851 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 72,784 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 72,417 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 72,203 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 72,112 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 71,947 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 71,882 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 70,880 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 70,159 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 69,294 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 69,695 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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C4 GHB is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 C4 GHB, 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 C4 GHB registered?

C4 GHB is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 May 1999.

Is C4 GHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 GHB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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