MOT Status
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108,305 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
front suspension and components have age related corrosion
rear suspension and components have age related corrosion
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
front suspension and components have age related corrosion
rear suspension and components have age related corrosion
underbody has age related corrosion in various places
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced has been covered with underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Suspension and brake components have general corrosion
Oil leak ()
Vehicle has been undersealed
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
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E278 SUE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.
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 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 E278 SUE, 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.
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What year was E278 SUE registered?
E278 SUE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 August 1999.
Is E278 SUE safe to buy?
The MOT history for E278 SUE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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