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V346 GNM

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

85,597 mi
Last recorded85,597 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV346 GNM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 85,597 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 85,597 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 81,095 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2017 81,095 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded nearside to offside (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 79,741 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Side skirts fitted on under seals.

Under trays fitted.

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 79,260 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 May 2015 79,260 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 77,953 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 77,953 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 77,142 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 77,108 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

REAR BRAKES 34% IMBALANCE & N/S/R DISC APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN VERY HOT AT SOME POINT.

Pass 24 Oct 2011 74,989 miles

General corrosion to suspension components under vehicle.

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 21 Oct 2011 74,989 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

General corrosion to suspension components under vehicle.

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 73,627 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 71,098 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 67,973 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 66,740 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 61,842 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 50,116 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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V346 GNM is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 V346 GNM, 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 V346 GNM registered?

V346 GNM is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 November 1999.

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