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H253 NRD

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

221,148 mi
Last recorded221,148 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH253 NRD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 221,148 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 215,504 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 209,601 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 205,250 miles

Oil leak

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 12 Jul 2014 204,818 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

offside front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 16 Jul 2013 194,399 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 194,371 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 188,117 miles

rear brake pipes corroded slightly

Fail 3 Jul 2012 188,117 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

rear brake pipes corroded slightly

Pass 11 May 2011 171,515 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 170,250 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 170,246 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 166,245 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 158,624 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 147,450 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 141,459 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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H253 NRD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H253 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 H253 NRD registered?

H253 NRD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 August 1999.

Is H253 NRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H253 NRD shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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