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V990 XNV

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

56,963 mi
Last recorded56,963 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV990 XNV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 56,963 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both front chassis rails rusty/corroded

unable to inspect sills due to covers

Fail 2 Jul 2026 56,956 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both front chassis rails rusty/corroded

unable to inspect sills due to covers

Pass 17 Oct 2024 56,082 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear BOTH SIDES REAR WHEEL ARCH CORRODED

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 56,081 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear BOTH SIDES REAR WHEEL ARCH CORRODED

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 54,743 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear WHEEL ARCH RUSTY

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 54,742 miles

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced MARKED (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting MARKED (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear WHEEL ARCH RUSTY

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 53,275 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security COMPONENTS CORODED OVER ALL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 53,275 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security COMPONENTS CORODED OVER ALL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 52,058 miles

Underside very rusty in places

Fail 18 Oct 2021 52,038 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Underside very rusty in places

Pass 21 Oct 2020 50,761 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 49,229 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 48,054 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

all discs corroded

slight corrosion front chassis rail

tyres perished

Pass 20 Oct 2017 46,993 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 45,680 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

sill covers fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2016 45,676 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2015 43,453 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 40,273 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

sill covers fitted

Fail 6 Oct 2014 40,241 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2013 37,756 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 34,124 miles

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 30,062 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 25,991 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 22,409 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 19,061 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 15,923 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 13,198 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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V990 XNV is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 V990 XNV, 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 V990 XNV registered?

V990 XNV is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 November 1999.

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