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J805 TVS

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,632 mi
Last recorded157,632 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ805 TVS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 157,632 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 157,177 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 157,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 155,011 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 28 Apr 2010 155,009 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 28 Apr 2009 149,344 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 140,190 miles

hi level brake light not working

rear fog light not fitted correctly

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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J805 TVS is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J805 TVS, 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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What year was J805 TVS registered?

J805 TVS is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 May 1999.

Is J805 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J805 TVS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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