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H468 BGK

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

179,490 mi
Last recorded179,490 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH468 BGK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 179,490 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 179,479 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2022 179,286 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 168,998 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 159,785 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 159,776 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 156,756 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 154,569 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 152,567 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 148,681 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 148,505 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 147,977 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 147,977 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 141,614 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 135,266 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 132,982 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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H468 BGK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 H468 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

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What year was H468 BGK registered?

H468 BGK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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