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V174 GEX

1999 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,326 mi
Last recorded82,326 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV174 GEX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2026 82,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 80,767 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 77,811 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 69,828 miles

Nearside Front wing damage

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills rusting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 55,876 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 55,615 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 55,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 55,556 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 55,449 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 53,803 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 53,745 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 53,552 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 53,329 miles

windscreen scratched n/s & o/s

Pass 25 Nov 2011 52,962 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 52,617 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 49,191 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 41,527 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 28,862 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 23,996 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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V174 GEX is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V174 GEX, 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 V174 GEX registered?

V174 GEX is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 October 1999.

Is V174 GEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V174 GEX shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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