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V856 ABE

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

56,076 mi
Last recorded56,076 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV856 ABE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 56,076 miles

undersealed

Pass 23 May 2025 55,421 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

undersealed

Pass 1 Apr 2021 55,072 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 55,072 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2019 54,989 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2019 54,989 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2018 54,922 miles

advise : rear brakes slightly binding

Fail 17 May 2018 54,922 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

advise : rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 12 May 2017 54,827 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 54,703 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 54,422 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 54,009 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 52,459 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 52,448 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 11 May 2012 47,632 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 44,861 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)

Fail 4 May 2011 44,860 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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 26 Apr 2010 43,603 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 41,013 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 37,289 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 36,497 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 35,466 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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V856 ABE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 V856 ABE, 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

How do I check the history of V856 ABE?

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What year was V856 ABE registered?

V856 ABE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V856 ABE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V856 ABE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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