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G47 TBD

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,841 mi
Last recorded117,841 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG47 TBD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 117,841 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 117,081 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 117,065 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 117,065 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 116,702 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Apr 2016 116,623 miles

N/S/F Brake Slightly Binding

Pass 28 Apr 2015 116,459 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 1 May 2014 116,278 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 116,275 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 115,898 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 115,564 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 115,175 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 114,953 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 114,842 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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G47 TBD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G47 TBD, 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 G47 TBD registered?

G47 TBD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is G47 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G47 TBD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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