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L585 KVU

1999 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

172,947 mi
Last recorded172,947 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL585 KVU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2015 172,947 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 169,667 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 165,260 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 56,726 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 150,483 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 14,022 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 14,022 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 127,729 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 123,353 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 123,341 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 May 2007 118,574 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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L585 KVU is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L585 KVU, 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 L585 KVU registered?

L585 KVU is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 1999.

Is L585 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L585 KVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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