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H43 BGK

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

173,356 mi
Last recorded173,356 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH43 BGK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 173,356 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 170,181 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 161,401 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 153,121 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 145,346 miles

Slight bind to rear brakes

Pass 28 May 2019 145,174 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 May 2018 145,063 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 144,719 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 25 Jan 2016 143,011 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 142,015 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 142,013 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 141,446 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 140,899 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 140,840 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 140,377 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 139,552 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 138,858 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 138,199 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 138,199 miles

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 135,974 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 133,257 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 131,941 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 131,941 miles

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

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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H43 BGK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 H43 BGK, 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

How do I check the history of H43 BGK?

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What year was H43 BGK registered?

H43 BGK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 May 1999.

Is H43 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H43 BGK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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