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VLZ 7530

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,747 mi
Last recorded71,747 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 7530
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2026 71,747 miles
Fail 22 May 2026 71,702 miles
Pass 18 May 2025 69,006 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 68,973 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 67,424 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 66,488 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 65,977 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 65,898 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 63,603 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 61,512 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 60,983 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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VLZ 7530 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VLZ 7530, 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 VLZ 7530?

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What year was VLZ 7530 registered?

VLZ 7530 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 December 1999.

Is VLZ 7530 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 7530 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLZ 7530 have outstanding finance?

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