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V153 KCE

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

28,349 mi
Last recorded28,349 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV153 KCE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 28,349 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front wipers slightly smearing

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 27,285 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 25,746 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 23,494 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 22,160 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 19,417 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 17,925 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 17,299 miles

all tyres cracking

Pass 22 Oct 2015 17,112 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 16,821 miles

all tyres cracking

Pass 15 Oct 2013 16,242 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 15,859 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 15,457 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 15,128 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 14,969 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 14,969 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 14,281 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 13,256 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 12,752 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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V153 KCE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 V153 KCE, 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 V153 KCE registered?

V153 KCE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 November 1999.

Is V153 KCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V153 KCE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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