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V853 PKJ

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

44,810 mi
Last recorded44,810 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

RegistrationV853 PKJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 44,810 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 42,819 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 41,461 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 39,431 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre has cuts in tread. 1955015. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 39,431 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre has cuts in tread. 1955015. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 35,837 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 33,321 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 31,644 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 30,656 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 27,196 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 25,998 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 24,084 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 22,994 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 21,992 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 20,860 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 19,497 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 19,497 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 17,979 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 15,856 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 13,954 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 12,017 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 10,197 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 8,188 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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V853 PKJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc 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 V853 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.

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What year was V853 PKJ registered?

V853 PKJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V853 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V853 PKJ 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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