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V418 GBL

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

74,763 mi
Last recorded74,763 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV418 GBL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 74,763 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Aug 2017 72,711 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Aug 2016 71,202 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Aug 2015 69,674 miles

oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2014 68,008 miles

Oil leak

Rear Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 67,078 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 67,070 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 66,041 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 64,711 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 63,761 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 61,058 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 55,321 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 50,528 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 44,854 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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V418 GBL is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 V418 GBL, 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 V418 GBL registered?

V418 GBL is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V418 GBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V418 GBL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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