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M190 SWP

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

186,664 mi
Last recorded186,664 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM190 SWP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 186,664 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2022 186,657 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 183,412 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 183,382 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 171,442 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 171,440 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 161,041 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 160,615 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 160,476 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 160,202 miles

brake pipes corroded

Fail 18 Jul 2016 160,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

brake pipes corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2015 160,005 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 159,775 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2014 157,074 miles

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

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

age cracking to suspension rubbers

corrosion and damage to sills

corrosion to both top sills/door slams

corrosion to floor pan/inner sills/chassis legs/boot floor

corrosion to suspesnion components

damage to chassis legs

nsr parking brake effort slow/low

stone chips and scratches to windscreen

Fail 10 Jul 2014 157,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

age cracking to suspension rubbers

corrosion and damage to sills

corrosion to both top sills/door slams

corrosion to floor pan/inner sills/chassis legs/boot floor

corrosion to suspesnion components

damage to chassis legs

nsf tyre low and age cracking

nsr parking brake effort slow/low

stone chips and scratches to windscreen

Pass 22 Jul 2013 157,466 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 153,134 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 140,511 miles

nearside and offside rear outer sill corroded

Pass 7 Jan 2008 134,787 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 124,998 miles

condition of rear outer sills

rear tyres close to legal limits of 1.6mm

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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M190 SWP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M190 SWP, 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.

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What year was M190 SWP registered?

M190 SWP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 April 1999.

Is M190 SWP safe to buy?

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