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ELZ 5030

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

140,853 mi
Last recorded140,853 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 5030
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 140,853 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 140,029 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 135,153 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 130,187 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 130,187 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 127,230 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 127,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 124,367 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 120,846 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front lower n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 120,846 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front lower n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 116,728 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 112,061 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 106,657 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 102,274 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 96,771 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 85,390 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 84,091 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 80,350 miles

high level stop light not working

nail in offside rear tyre

there is a strong smell of fuel from the fuel tank area but not sign of a leak

Fail 2 Sep 2010 80,350 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

high level stop light not working

there is a strong smell of fuel from the fuel tank area but not sign of a leak

Pass 25 Sep 2009 75,049 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres and o/s/f have cuts to the sidewalls

Fail 23 Sep 2009 75,049 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres and o/s/f have cuts to the sidewalls

Pass 9 Oct 2008 68,209 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear tyre sidewalls have small cuts

Pass 4 Oct 2007 58,589 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 48,307 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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ELZ 5030 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 ELZ 5030, 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 ELZ 5030 registered?

ELZ 5030 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is ELZ 5030 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELZ 5030 shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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