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V231 GPX

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,751 mi
Last recorded107,751 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV231 GPX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2014 107,751 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 100,250 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 91,409 miles

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

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

rear tyres low and worn on inside edge

Pass 1 Apr 2011 88,138 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2010 81,279 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 74,466 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 68,255 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 68,252 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 62,856 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 54,330 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 47,297 miles

Offside Front 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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V231 GPX is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 V231 GPX, 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 V231 GPX registered?

V231 GPX is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V231 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V231 GPX shows 11 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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