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G690 OKW

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

164,854 mi
Last recorded164,854 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG690 OKW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 164,854 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 164,851 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 164,204 miles

Oil leak ()

all brake pipes greased under the vehicle

all brake pipes greased under the vehicle

Fail 16 Mar 2017 164,204 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Oil leak ()

all brake pipes greased under the vehicle

all brake pipes greased under the vehicle

Pass 21 Mar 2016 158,899 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 157,309 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 155,272 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 152,269 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 150,379 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 147,379 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 144,349 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 138,858 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 133,485 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 128,875 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2006 123,766 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all tyres perrished on sidewalls

both front tyres wearing on edges

oil leak

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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G690 OKW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G690 OKW, 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 G690 OKW registered?

G690 OKW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 March 1999.

Is G690 OKW safe to buy?

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