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G37 WGW

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,057 mi
Last recorded131,057 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG37 WGW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 131,057 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 130,830 miles

Near side and off side sill slight corrosion

Pass 2 Jun 2016 129,498 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 121,892 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 105,559 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 97,008 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 97,008 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 94,097 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 94,097 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 92,091 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2008 92,091 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 89,050 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 85,485 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 85,480 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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G37 WGW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 G37 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 G37 WGW registered?

G37 WGW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 March 1999.

Is G37 WGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G37 WGW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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