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M426 SWP

1999 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,291 mi
Last recorded126,291 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM426 SWP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,830cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2016 126,291 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Centre Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering floor pan (6.1.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure d bush (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inside wheel arch (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake recording little or no effort parking (3.7.B.5a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Bumper insecure ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Bumper insecure ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 124,566 miles

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 30 Aug 2006 121,276 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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M426 SWP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,830cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 M426 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 M426 SWP registered?

M426 SWP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 September 1999.

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