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K494 HDK

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

192,462 mi
Last recorded192,462 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK494 HDK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 192,462 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 192,402 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 187,465 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 177,833 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 166,594 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 150,308 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 135,869 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front All position lamps have light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2012 124,834 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 124,834 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2011 120,572 miles

off/side front wheel rim damage

Pass 14 May 2010 120,269 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 117,974 miles

rear exhaust blowing middle part

Pass 9 May 2008 113,156 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 108,402 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 99,660 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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K494 HDK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K494 HDK, 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 K494 HDK registered?

K494 HDK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is K494 HDK safe to buy?

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