CarVerify

Free Car Check

V51 VOG

1999 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

95,209 mi
Last recorded95,209 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV51 VOG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 95,209 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 95,188 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2017 88,214 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 85,913 miles

both front brake hoses corroded

corrosion by front axle mounts

exhaust system corroded

front and rear suspension arms corroded

Fail 10 May 2016 85,913 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

both front brake hoses corroded

corrosion by front axle mounts

exhaust system corroded

front and rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2015 85,782 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 77,433 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 68,086 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 68,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 59,923 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 52,180 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 37,089 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 34,286 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 32,791 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,273 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 29,637 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V51 VOG is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 V51 VOG, 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 V51 VOG?

You can check the full history of V51 VOG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V51 VOG registered?

V51 VOG is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V51 VOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V51 VOG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V51 VOG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V51 VOG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.