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V438 FDY

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,412 mi
Last recorded80,412 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV438 FDY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 80,412 miles

Corrosion to suspension components

Corrosion underside in places

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Wing corroding

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroding

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 80,410 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside outer body sill corroded

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside outer body sill corroded

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion underside in places

Pass 6 Jul 2022 80,357 miles

Corrosion underside

Exhaust corroding

Front Number plate damaged

Heavy corrosion to suspension components

Nearside Front Lower Wing heavily corroded

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Wing harsh corrosion

Fail 5 Jul 2022 80,357 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Corrosion underside

Exhaust corroding

Front Number plate damaged

Heavy corrosion to suspension components

Nearside Front Lower Wing heavily corroded

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Lower Wing harsh corrosion

Pass 30 Mar 2021 80,259 miles

coil springs corroded/deteriorated

corrosion underside

exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

harsh corrosion to front inner wheel arches

suspension arms (all) corroded/deteriorated

Pass 19 Mar 2020 79,712 miles

anti roll bar drop links deteriorated

coil springs corroded/deteriorated/poor condition

corrosion underside

exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

shock absorbers corroded

Fail 18 Mar 2020 79,711 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

anti roll bar drop links deteriorated

coil springs corroded/deteriorated/poor condition

corrosion underside

exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

shock absorbers corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2019 75,814 miles

coil springs corroded

corrosion underside in places

anti roll bar drop links deteriorated

Fail 8 Mar 2019 75,814 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

anti roll bar drop links deteriorated

coil springs corroded

corrosion underside in places

Pass 26 Mar 2018 70,493 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 65,306 miles

corrosion underside

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit

rear brake pads low

Pass 18 Mar 2016 61,754 miles

corrosion underside

exhaust system corroded

rear brake pads low

Pass 12 Mar 2015 59,727 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 57,767 miles

rear exhaust system corroded

slight corrosion underside of car in places

Pass 26 Sep 2012 53,450 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 47,115 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 40,879 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 31,974 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 23,265 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 21,230 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 20,264 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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V438 FDY is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V438 FDY, 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 V438 FDY registered?

V438 FDY is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V438 FDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V438 FDY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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