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V476 GBN

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

91,691 mi
Last recorded91,691 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV476 GBN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 91,691 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 90,575 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2023 89,322 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 88,476 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 86,732 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 84,980 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 84,009 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 82,724 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 82,724 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 81,735 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 80,029 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 80,029 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 78,051 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 76,656 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 74,987 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 73,948 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2012 73,948 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 68,434 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f wiper slightly smearing screen

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 21 Aug 2009 60,564 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 49,355 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 49,348 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 41,753 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 35,327 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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V476 GBN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 V476 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V476 GBN?

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What year was V476 GBN registered?

V476 GBN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is V476 GBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V476 GBN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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