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M286 VGR

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,257 mi
Last recorded164,257 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2014
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM286 VGR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2014 164,257 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 141,201 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 106,104 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 102,589 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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M286 VGR is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M286 VGR, 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 M286 VGR registered?

M286 VGR is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is M286 VGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M286 VGR shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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