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K487 VKP

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

235,962 mi
Last recorded235,962 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK487 VKP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2009 235,962 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 235,962 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 230,993 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 218,522 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 206,131 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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K487 VKP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K487 VKP, 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 K487 VKP registered?

K487 VKP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 April 1999.

Is K487 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K487 VKP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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