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V445 KBT

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

36,143 mi
Last recorded36,143 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV445 KBT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 36,143 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 36,139 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 35,820 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 35,605 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 35,410 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 35,055 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 34,930 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 34,793 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 34,793 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2018 34,514 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 34,396 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 33,604 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 32,767 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 30,910 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 27,480 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 27,480 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 24,751 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 22,505 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 20,352 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 17,568 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 15,219 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 12,367 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 11,137 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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V445 KBT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 V445 KBT, 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 V445 KBT registered?

V445 KBT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V445 KBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V445 KBT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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