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V469 GBN

1999 Mazda MX-5

Orange Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

106,644 mi
Last recorded106,644 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV469 GBN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2023 106,644 miles

slight under body corrosion

Fail 3 Mar 2023 106,644 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 102,425 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Light corrosion throughout underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipe across rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 102,421 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg by Anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill half length (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking Pipe on rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 98,972 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 98,971 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced as marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 91,491 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

suspension components corroded

Fail 17 Apr 2018 91,488 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested due to no catalist (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear brake binding both rear wheels (3.7.B.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2016 89,043 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 88,541 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 88,541 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 87,651 miles

n/s/rear coil spring pig tail missing

n/s/rear o/s/f tyre walls starting to perish and crack

o/s and n/s front chassis has slight corrossion

Pass 10 Apr 2013 85,843 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 85,843 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 84,626 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 84,626 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 83,307 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 81,205 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 81,200 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2007 79,258 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 79,258 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 71,351 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 71,351 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 62,693 miles

disc pads low at front

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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V469 GBN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Orange with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V469 GBN, 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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V469 GBN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 September 1999.

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