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RIL 9214

1999 Mazda MX5

Silver Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,916 mi
Last recorded88,916 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2024
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX5121,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIL 9214
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2024 88,916 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2024 88,893 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 86,586 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 86,429 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 84,835 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 83,503 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 79,759 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 74,646 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 74,528 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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RIL 9214 is a 1999 Mazda MX5 in Silver with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 121,581 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 MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RIL 9214, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 27 years old, this Mazda MX5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RIL 9214 registered?

RIL 9214 is a 1999 Mazda MX5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is RIL 9214 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIL 9214 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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