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V848 MRO

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,935 mi
Last recorded50,935 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV848 MRO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 50,935 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 47,699 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2019 47,699 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 45,037 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 45,037 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 42,371 miles

Offside Front brake binding slightly

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

parking brake has only just met the requirements

Pass 3 Jun 2015 42,038 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 41,678 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 41,253 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 40,926 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 39,920 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 39,920 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 38,959 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 38,959 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 37,868 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 36,680 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 34,933 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 33,873 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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V848 MRO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V848 MRO, 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 V848 MRO registered?

V848 MRO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V848 MRO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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