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G96 PWU

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

156,452 mi
Last recorded156,452 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG96 PWU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 156,452 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 155,569 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 155,557 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2018 154,395 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear brake discs pitted/ corroded

Fail 5 Apr 2018 154,381 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill/ floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill / floor pan/ inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis section (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill / floor pan (5.2.6)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear brake discs pitted / corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2017 151,764 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 148,076 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 148,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor/inner sill (5.2.6)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 145,081 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 145,081 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 140,662 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 140,662 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 135,904 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 135,904 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 May 2011 130,750 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 130,750 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake pipes slightly corroded in places

engine oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2010 129,209 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 125,503 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 118,014 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 109,011 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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G96 PWU is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 G96 PWU, 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 G96 PWU registered?

G96 PWU is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 May 1999.

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