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V770 GBK

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

79,330 mi
Last recorded79,330 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV770 GBK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 79,330 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 77,772 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 76,939 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 76,407 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 75,514 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 74,447 miles

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

Windscreen has small damage but doesn't effect drivers view.

Fail 26 Aug 2020 74,447 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Windscreen has small damage but doesn't effect drivers view.

Pass 24 Aug 2019 72,928 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 70,962 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 69,789 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded under bonnet pipes (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Fail 24 Aug 2017 69,779 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer Sill (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Central Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded under bonnet pipes (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Pass 24 Aug 2016 68,931 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 65,207 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 60,923 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 55,476 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 50,702 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 47,016 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 44,494 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 39,956 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 35,886 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 31,001 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 26,270 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 22,114 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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V770 GBK 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 91.3%.

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 V770 GBK, 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 V770 GBK registered?

V770 GBK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is V770 GBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V770 GBK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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