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V760 PKJ

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

131,778 mi
Last recorded131,778 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV760 PKJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 131,778 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 127,640 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 127,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) fouling on wheel (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) fouling on wheel (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 122,352 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 117,169 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 117,100 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2013 112,270 miles

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

nearside rear sill repaired

Fail 16 Oct 2013 112,267 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

nearside rear sill repaired

Pass 16 Oct 2012 106,533 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 100,661 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 93,525 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 86,503 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 79,064 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 70,674 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 61,395 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 61,384 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 52,073 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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V760 PKJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 V760 PKJ, 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 V760 PKJ registered?

V760 PKJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V760 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V760 PKJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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