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V348 GNM

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

54,758 mi
Last recorded54,758 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV348 GNM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 54,758 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 52,189 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 50,425 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 May 2016 48,371 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 46,659 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 44,186 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 42,265 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 40,869 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2012 40,869 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 39,691 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 39,691 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 39,016 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 39,044 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 39,042 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2010 39,016 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 38,103 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 37,298 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

cracks apearing on all tyres

Fail 12 Nov 2007 37,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

cracks apearing on all tyres

Pass 29 Aug 2006 31,475 miles

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

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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V348 GNM is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 V348 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 V348 GNM registered?

V348 GNM is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 October 1999.

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The MOT history for V348 GNM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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