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V461 VBW

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,499 mi
Last recorded107,499 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV461 VBW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 107,499 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 103,708 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 101,612 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 101,612 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 97,568 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 90,958 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 86,916 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 75,530 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 69,383 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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V461 VBW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V461 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V461 VBW registered?

V461 VBW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is V461 VBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V461 VBW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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