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H485 PRD

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,508 mi
Last recorded122,508 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH485 PRD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 122,508 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 121,840 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 121,311 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 126,161 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 120,668 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 120,332 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 119,940 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 118,929 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 118,457 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 118,245 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 117,679 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 117,352 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 116,466 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 116,326 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 115,897 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 114,649 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 111,838 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 109,516 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 106,688 miles

Both front suspension upper swivel dust boots split

Both front tyres perishing, nearside tyre worn on outer edge of tread close to legal limit

Both steering track rod end dust boots split

Handbrake close to stop

Offside headlamp has a poor beam image

Pass 2 Jun 2007 104,159 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 101,578 miles

Handbrake close to stop

Nearside front tyre wearimg on outer edge of tread

Offside front lower swivel dust boot split

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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H485 PRD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H485 PRD, 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 H485 PRD registered?

H485 PRD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 February 1999.

Is H485 PRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H485 PRD shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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