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H485 SEP

1999 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,571 mi
Last recorded155,571 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH485 SEP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 155,571 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside., cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre slight wear on inside edge.

Pass 19 Sep 2024 153,422 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear edge of sill slight corrosion starting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear edge of sill slight corrosion starting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 150,659 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 149,777 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 147,476 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 143,050 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 138,079 miles

Battery insecure

Heavy surface corrosion to front anti roll bar, treatment strongly advised

Heavy surface corrosion to front hubs, and front suspension arms

Heavy surface corrosion to rear bed assembly

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 138,079 miles

Battery insecure

Heavy surface corrosion to front anti roll bar, treatment strongly advised

Heavy surface corrosion to front hubs, and front suspension arms

Heavy surface corrosion to rear bed assembly

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 SEP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SEP, 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 SEP registered?

H485 SEP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 August 1999.

Is H485 SEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H485 SEP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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