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V918 SWT

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,742 mi
Last recorded94,742 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV918 SWT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 94,742 miles

front discs corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2014 87,850 miles

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION RUSTING

O/S REAR BRAKE PADS WORN

O/S SILL RUSTING

POWER STEERING PIPES RUSTING

Pass 6 Dec 2013 72,054 miles

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION RUSTING

Pass 12 Dec 2012 53,559 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded

n/s/r tyre starting to perish

o/s/f front brake sticking on slightly

Fail 11 Dec 2012 53,548 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system corroded

n/s/r tyre starting to perish

o/s/f front brake sticking on slightly

Pass 24 Aug 2010 52,440 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 50,472 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 50,472 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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V918 SWT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V918 SWT, 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 V918 SWT registered?

V918 SWT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V918 SWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V918 SWT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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