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ELZ 5306

1999 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

145,085 mi
Last recorded145,085 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 5306
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 145,085 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 144,617 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 143,810 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 143,097 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 142,506 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 141,662 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 140,724 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 140,336 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 139,228 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 137,687 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 136,506 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 135,572 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 134,536 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 133,742 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 132,862 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 1,105 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 129,648 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 127,058 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2009 123,226 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 119,397 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 119,397 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 117,700 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 114,616 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 114,608 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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 5306 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ELZ 5306, 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 5306 registered?

ELZ 5306 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 September 1999.

Is ELZ 5306 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELZ 5306 shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELZ 5306 have outstanding finance?

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