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V545 DRA

1999 Mazda MX-5

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,866 mi
Last recorded96,866 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV545 DRA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2018 96,866 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 91,556 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 84,788 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 77,195 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 71,661 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 66,961 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 62,656 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 59,038 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 55,326 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 55,325 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 51,479 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 47,922 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 42,216 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 38,604 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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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V545 DRA is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V545 DRA, 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 V545 DRA registered?

V545 DRA is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V545 DRA safe to buy?

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