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M374 DRK

1999 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,499 mi
Last recorded83,499 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM374 DRK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 83,499 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 83,425 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 81,409 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 81,055 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 81,054 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer body seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Clutch slave (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 80,771 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 79,880 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 79,275 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 78,810 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 77,727 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 76,754 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 75,652 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 75,093 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 73,047 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 70,023 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 68,157 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 66,181 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 66,181 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 63,963 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 59,158 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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M374 DRK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M374 DRK, 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 M374 DRK registered?

M374 DRK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 September 1999.

Is M374 DRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M374 DRK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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