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V823 GCH

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,156 mi
Last recorded89,156 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV823 GCH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 89,156 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

some parts are corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 4 Apr 2022 89,141 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

some parts are corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 9 Apr 2021 88,941 miles

Nearside Front wing is corroded

Fail 5 Apr 2021 88,936 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wing is corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2020 88,865 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 88,546 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 88,194 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 87,214 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 86,247 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 83,237 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Nov 2014 83,237 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 May 2012 81,932 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 79,151 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 74,466 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 64,425 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 56,638 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 50,003 miles

tyres slightly fractured outer edge

Pass 12 Apr 2006 43,368 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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V823 GCH is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V823 GCH, 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 V823 GCH registered?

V823 GCH is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V823 GCH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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