CarVerify

Free Car Check

V242 HSF

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,305 mi
Last recorded101,305 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV242 HSF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 101,305 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately Outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately Outer sill area (2.4.A.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear (3.7.B.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 101,269 miles

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

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Wing. (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Inner face. (3.5.1i)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear brake discs have slight fluctuation.

Pass 2 Oct 2014 97,268 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 97,267 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under tray fouling the power steering rack boot.Off side front.

Pass 13 Sep 2013 89,015 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 89,015 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise coolant leak from radiator

advise heatshield insecure/corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2012 84,380 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 80,196 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 80,196 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 72,442 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 68,841 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 59,196 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 51,116 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 44,798 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 44,798 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V242 HSF is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V242 HSF, 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 V242 HSF?

You can check the full history of V242 HSF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V242 HSF registered?

V242 HSF is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V242 HSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V242 HSF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V242 HSF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V242 HSF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.