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V517 AFC

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,502 mi
Last recorded90,502 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV517 AFC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 90,502 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 88,705 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 3 Apr 2024 86,564 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 84,391 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 82,621 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 82,615 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 80,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general light corrosion under vehicle

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2019 78,258 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 75,723 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 73,165 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 70,362 miles

Offside Front Tyre getting low

Pass 29 Jun 2015 67,825 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 66,671 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 63,595 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r light lens damaged

Pass 20 Nov 2012 61,126 miles

o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 21 Nov 2011 59,072 miles

light corrosion under vehicle

Pass 23 Nov 2010 56,509 miles

n/s/r light lens cracked and full of water

Fail 23 Nov 2010 56,507 miles

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

n/s/r light lens cracked and full of water

Pass 10 Nov 2009 52,569 miles

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

front tyres getting low

n/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 14 Nov 2008 47,788 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 42,885 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Nov 2006 38,232 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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V517 AFC is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V517 AFC, 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 V517 AFC registered?

V517 AFC is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 November 1999.

Is V517 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V517 AFC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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