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PAZ 5360

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,510 mi
Last recorded134,510 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2020
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAZ 5360
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2020 134,510 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

fuel pipe slightly corroded rear

Pass 1 Jun 2019 129,198 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 124,639 miles

Nearside door mirror glass missing

Pass 19 Jan 2016 122,559 miles

surface corrosion on all components under vehicle

surface corrosion under vehicle

Fail 19 Jan 2016 122,559 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

surface corrosion on all components under vehicle

surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 4 Dec 2014 120,842 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased

exhaust deteriorated

n/s/f 1/4 light broken

underside of vehicle undersealed

Fail 4 Dec 2014 120,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased

exhaust deteriorated

n/s/f 1/4 light broken

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 16 Sep 2009 117,766 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 117,706 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 108,276 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 108,252 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 102,363 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 95,903 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 95,903 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2005 88,246 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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PAZ 5360 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 PAZ 5360, 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

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What year was PAZ 5360 registered?

PAZ 5360 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 August 1999.

Is PAZ 5360 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAZ 5360 shows 15 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.

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