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V226 HLF

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,256 mi
Last recorded113,256 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV226 HLF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 113,256 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 102,379 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 97,743 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 94,150 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 94,150 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 93,203 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 93,203 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 91,693 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear tyres getting low

Pass 3 Oct 2009 87,694 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 84,846 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 81,336 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 70,339 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2006 69,891 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Offside 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
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V226 HLF is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V226 HLF, 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 V226 HLF?

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What year was V226 HLF registered?

V226 HLF is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 November 1999.

Is V226 HLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V226 HLF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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