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V76 EEL

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

39,457 mi
Last recorded39,457 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV76 EEL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 39,457 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all around (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 38,998 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 38,998 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 38,588 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner Of Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 38,527 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 38,375 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 38,350 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 37,981 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 37,831 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 37,265 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 36,221 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyres showing bad age deterioration of sidewalls (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 35,104 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 34,425 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 34,018 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 33,530 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 32,697 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 32,697 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 31,825 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 31,133 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 30,245 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 28,101 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 24,510 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 23,357 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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V76 EEL is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc 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 V76 EEL, 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 V76 EEL registered?

V76 EEL is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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