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IIG 8378

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

129,824 mi
Last recorded129,824 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIG 8378
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 129,824 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 129,824 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

coolant level low

Pass 16 Oct 2020 125,197 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 118,475 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 115,927 miles

vehicle underside covered by sealant not allowing full inspection of covered area

Fail 22 Oct 2018 115,927 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle underside covered by sealant not allowing full inspection of covered area

Pass 23 Oct 2017 111,388 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 106,856 miles

rear axle rubber mountings slightly perished but still function as intended

Fail 2 Nov 2016 106,853 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced lenses slightly deteriorated but still maintain beam pattern (1.7.5a)

rear axle rubber mountings slightly perished but still function as intended

Pass 22 Oct 2015 99,383 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush minute amount of play in link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 91,591 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f wheel slight binding

Pass 12 Nov 2013 88,199 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

nearside sill corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2012 87,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 87,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 86,408 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 85,083 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 83,980 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 80,875 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 80,648 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 71,403 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 64,420 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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IIG 8378 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 IIG 8378, 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.

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IIG 8378 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 March 1999.

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