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K974 PGN

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

151,863 mi
Last recorded151,863 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK974 PGN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 151,863 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 143,339 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 138,775 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 133,248 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 125,517 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jun 2014 123,200 miles

N/S/R brake pad plate fouling brake disc

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

Fail 23 Jun 2014 123,200 miles

N/S/R brake pad plate fouling brake disc

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 114,622 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 112,277 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 107,708 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 101,531 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 96,661 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 96,661 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 77,733 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 70,045 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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K974 PGN 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 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 K974 PGN, 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 K974 PGN registered?

K974 PGN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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