CarVerify

Free Car Check

P472 TMX

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,100 mi
Last recorded168,100 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2012
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP472 TMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2012 168,100 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

both front wipers poor

oil leak

under body corrosion

Pass 26 Nov 2011 146,825 miles

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

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

corrosion to rear ARB

corrosionot n/s outer rear wheel arch and sill

Fail 19 Nov 2011 146,541 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

corrosion to rear ARB

corrosionot n/s outer rear wheel arch and sill

wipers poor split end's

Pass 11 Nov 2010 136,147 miles

o/s/front brake disc slight wear

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

n/s/front brake disc slight wear

Pass 11 Feb 2010 131,756 miles

Allocated Advisory as befor

Fail 30 Jan 2010 131,621 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Oil leak

corrosion to floor pan's

corrosion to front suspenshion compoments

corrosion to o/s and n/s iner and outer sill's

heavy corrosion to rear suspension compoments

heavy pitting to front brake disc's limit

Pass 26 Jan 2009 126,574 miles

corrosion and repairs on outer sills

general corrosion on underside

Fail 26 Jan 2009 126,574 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

corrosion and repairs on outer sills

general corrosion on underside

Pass 13 Feb 2008 121,223 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 121,223 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

general corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 2 Feb 2007 117,410 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 107,169 miles

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

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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P472 TMX is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P472 TMX, 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 P472 TMX?

You can check the full history of P472 TMX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P472 TMX registered?

P472 TMX is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 October 1999.

Is P472 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P472 TMX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P472 TMX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P472 TMX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.