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K987 RBK

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

103,372 mi
Last recorded103,372 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK987 RBK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 103,372 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 102,877 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 102,584 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 102,237 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 102,014 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 101,739 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 101,320 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 100,902 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 100,580 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 100,349 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 99,598 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 97,860 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 96,997 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 95,661 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 94,500 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 94,493 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 92,607 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 90,973 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 89,307 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 87,007 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 87,007 miles

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

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

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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K987 RBK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 K987 RBK, 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 K987 RBK registered?

K987 RBK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 February 1999.

Is K987 RBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K987 RBK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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