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H170 NRD

1999 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,183 mi
Last recorded99,183 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH170 NRD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 99,183 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 97,063 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 95,458 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 94,186 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 93,231 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 92,219 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 90,559 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 88,905 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 87,230 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 85,140 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 82,874 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 80,622 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 78,179 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 78,168 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are not the same shape (1.7.6)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 74,797 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 71,982 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 71,892 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 69,020 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 69,012 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 65,913 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 63,205 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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H170 NRD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 H170 NRD, 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 H170 NRD registered?

H170 NRD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 July 1999.

Is H170 NRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H170 NRD shows 21 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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