CarVerify

Free Car Check

L5 NMP

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

159,295 mi
Last recorded159,295 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 NMP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 159,295 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 157,302 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 149,662 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 131,293 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 130,515 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 120,124 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 119,979 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2012 114,927 miles

catalic converter not fitted no cat test reqired on this vehicle

head lamp beam patterns faint

Pass 9 May 2011 106,956 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 103,022 miles

f/no/plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 4 May 2010 103,022 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

f/no/plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 May 2009 96,714 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 96,524 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 94,730 miles

wear to inner edge of offside front tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2006 92,926 miles

wear to inner edge of offside front tyre

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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L5 NMP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc 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 L5 NMP, 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

How do I check the history of L5 NMP?

You can check the full history of L5 NMP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L5 NMP registered?

L5 NMP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is L5 NMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 NMP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L5 NMP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L5 NMP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.