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V459 VBW

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

102,119 mi
Last recorded102,119 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV459 VBW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 102,119 miles

vehicle fitted with modified suspension

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas/components

Pass 1 Jun 2018 90,883 miles

Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened all 4 shock absorbers (5.3.3 (c) (i))

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas.

Pass 19 May 2017 81,088 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 73,468 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in it

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 May 2016 73,427 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in it

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 70,202 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 61,907 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 61,903 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 61,519 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

o/s parking brake lazy

o/s/f chassis and sills all corroding

Pass 10 Aug 2012 53,699 miles

o/s sill corroding

Fail 6 Aug 2012 53,568 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

o/s sill corroding

Pass 14 Dec 2010 41,396 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 37,292 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 33,977 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 33,977 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 30,210 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 27,344 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 23,959 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 23,252 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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V459 VBW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 V459 VBW, 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 V459 VBW registered?

V459 VBW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is V459 VBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V459 VBW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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