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V545 FCB

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

60,124 mi
Last recorded60,124 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV545 FCB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 60,124 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 12 Oct 2017 60,124 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 59,426 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 58,803 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 58,004 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 55,541 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 53,058 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 50,298 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 48,438 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 44,870 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 39,689 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 37,327 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 34,617 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 31,637 miles

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

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

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 FCB is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 V545 FCB, 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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What year was V545 FCB registered?

V545 FCB is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V545 FCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V545 FCB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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