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V71 KBM

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

109,257 mi
Last recorded109,257 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2016
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV71 KBM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2016 109,257 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 106,879 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 102,676 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 99,355 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 93,655 miles

brake pedal grip worn

Pass 4 Jan 2011 86,755 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 86,755 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 80,295 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 74,961 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 67,163 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 58,411 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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V71 KBM is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V71 KBM, 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 V71 KBM registered?

V71 KBM is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V71 KBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V71 KBM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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