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V381 PJW

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,859 mi
Last recorded123,859 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV381 PJW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 123,859 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 116,581 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 114,557 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 110,739 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 99,699 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 94,075 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 Aug 2012 92,433 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 92,433 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 89,149 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 89,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 79,202 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 69,905 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 58,976 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 49,100 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 39,025 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 28,838 miles

both rear tyres are nearing wear indicators.

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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V381 PJW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V381 PJW, 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 V381 PJW registered?

V381 PJW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 September 1999.

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