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K814 DRO

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

165,995 mi
Last recorded165,995 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK814 DRO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 165,995 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 165,576 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 165,450 miles

exhaust catalyst missing pre cat test carried out

Fail 24 Sep 2019 165,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

exhaust catalyst missing pre cat test carried out

Pass 27 Sep 2018 162,524 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 162,511 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 162,472 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 161,919 miles

Offside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 161,580 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 160,855 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 159,872 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 159,860 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 157,002 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 150,950 miles

bad engine oil leaks

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2010 134,119 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2009 118,727 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 116,449 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 114,437 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 111,743 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2005 106,975 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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K814 DRO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 K814 DRO, 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 K814 DRO registered?

K814 DRO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is K814 DRO safe to buy?

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