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G278 WGW

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,700 mi
Last recorded87,700 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG278 WGW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2011 87,700 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 87,700 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 83,001 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 83,001 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 May 2008 79,450 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 79,444 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2006 73,660 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 73,660 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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G278 WGW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G278 WGW, 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 G278 WGW registered?

G278 WGW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 November 1999.

Is G278 WGW safe to buy?

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