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V404 ELE

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

111,633 mi
Last recorded111,633 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV404 ELE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 111,633 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 106,893 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 101,589 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 101,589 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Oct 2014 96,361 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 96,361 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 91,501 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 91,501 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Sep 2012 86,197 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 86,197 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 81,135 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 75,424 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 75,424 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 69,855 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 63,951 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 63,951 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 56,886 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 49,927 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 43,480 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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V404 ELE 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 V404 ELE, 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 V404 ELE?

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What year was V404 ELE registered?

V404 ELE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V404 ELE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V404 ELE shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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