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VIB 3229

1994 Mazda MX-5

Red Other 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,382 mi
Last recorded137,382 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1994 Mazda MX-5104,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 3229
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2018 137,382 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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VIB 3229 is a 1994 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 104,077 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 VIB 3229, 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 32 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VIB 3229 registered?

VIB 3229 is a 1994 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 June 1994.

Is VIB 3229 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 3229 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VIB 3229 have outstanding finance?

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