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V654 XCT

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

83,523 mi
Last recorded83,523 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV654 XCT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 83,523 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2024 82,683 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2024 82,671 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 82,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 81,709 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 81,226 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 80,745 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 80,215 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 78,859 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 77,818 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 76,623 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 75,624 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 74,348 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 74,348 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 73,045 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 71,660 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 70,146 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 68,563 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 68,563 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 66,834 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 64,462 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 64,426 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 58,241 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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V654 XCT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 V654 XCT, 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 V654 XCT?

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What year was V654 XCT registered?

V654 XCT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V654 XCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V654 XCT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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