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K511 FLS

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,694 mi
Last recorded154,694 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK511 FLS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 154,694 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 154,683 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2020 153,619 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 153,619 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 149,144 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 141,886 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 141,886 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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

Pass 7 May 2014 141,085 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 140,005 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 139,204 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 138,494 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 138,451 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 138,401 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 136,479 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 136,475 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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K511 FLS is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 K511 FLS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K511 FLS registered?

K511 FLS is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is K511 FLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K511 FLS shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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