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K716 SBY

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,852 mi
Last recorded151,852 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK716 SBY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2013 151,852 miles

underbody corossion floor and sills

Pass 21 Jun 2012 147,347 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 142,787 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 142,787 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 134,138 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 134,138 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 May 2009 127,372 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 125,918 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 123,172 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 114,077 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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K716 SBY is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 K716 SBY, 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 K716 SBY registered?

K716 SBY is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 August 1999.

Is K716 SBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K716 SBY shows 10 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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