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K321 TRV

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

41,554 mi
Last recorded41,554 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK321 TRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 41,554 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both fronts. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2025 40,861 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 40,426 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 40,423 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 40,150 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 38,971 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 38,966 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low & o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 36,808 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 35,279 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 34,596 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 34,085 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 34,085 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 33,892 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 33,524 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 33,200 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 32,700 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 31,424 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 30,407 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 28,907 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 27,594 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 26,188 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2010 26,188 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 24,729 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 21,884 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 20,221 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 19,795 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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K321 TRV is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 K321 TRV, 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 K321 TRV registered?

K321 TRV is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is K321 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K321 TRV shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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