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VBZ 9503

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

133,142 mi
Last recorded133,142 miles
Recorded on10 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBZ 9503
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2026 133,142 miles
Pass 11 May 2025 132,029 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 131,148 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 130,712 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 129,167 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 129,137 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 128,503 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 127,831 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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VBZ 9503 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VBZ 9503, 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 VBZ 9503 registered?

VBZ 9503 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is VBZ 9503 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBZ 9503 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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