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V42 VOG

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,797 mi
Last recorded86,797 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV42 VOG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2015 86,797 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 76,697 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2014 76,697 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 69,213 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2012 60,666 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 60,067 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2009 59,882 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 59,342 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 57,914 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 55,122 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2005 51,856 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2005 51,856 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear 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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V42 VOG is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V42 VOG, 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

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What year was V42 VOG registered?

V42 VOG is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is V42 VOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V42 VOG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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