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LP51 OEO

1999 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,485 mi
Last recorded61,485 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2011
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP51 OEO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2011 61,485 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 57,174 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 54,636 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.6b)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 54,636 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 52,265 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 50,319 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2006 44,490 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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LP51 OEO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LP51 OEO, 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 LP51 OEO?

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What year was LP51 OEO registered?

LP51 OEO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is LP51 OEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP51 OEO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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