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V545 GAO

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

28,217 mi
Last recorded28,217 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 28,217 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 26,346 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 24,660 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 22,842 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 22,633 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 22,363 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both rear body sill corroded

Fail 19 Oct 2020 22,363 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both rear body sill corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2019 21,823 miles

both rear sill edges corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2018 21,391 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 21,201 miles

Both rear sill edges corroded at wheel arch

Pass 18 Mar 2016 20,342 miles

both rear sill edges corroded at wheel arch

Fail 17 Mar 2016 20,341 miles

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both rear sill edges corroded at wheel arch

Pass 20 Mar 2015 18,921 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear body sills are corroded but not holed

Pass 28 Mar 2014 18,392 miles

Both front tyres in poor condition and worn close to the legal limit 1999

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2013 18,329 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,068 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,810 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 17,800 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 17,476 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 17,326 miles

Front tyre's starting too perish slightly

Fail 23 Mar 2009 17,326 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front tyre's starting too perish slightly

Pass 7 Mar 2008 16,977 miles

front tyres scrubing tracking out? (on 3mm)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 15,897 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 15,535 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 13,828 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 13,828 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front & rear wishbones very rusty

n/s/f tyre slightly distorted

n/s/f wheel inner rim damaged

n/s/r wheel inner rim damaged

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 GAO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 GAO, 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 GAO registered?

V545 GAO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V545 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V545 GAO shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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