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WBZ 5089

1999 Mazda MX5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,189 mi
Last recorded112,189 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX5121,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBZ 5089
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 112,189 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 112,104 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 112,062 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 110,315 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 110,269 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 110,188 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 106,635 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 104,463 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 103,862 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 102,563 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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WBZ 5089 is a 1999 Mazda MX5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 121,581 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WBZ 5089, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 27 years old, this Mazda MX5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WBZ 5089 registered?

WBZ 5089 is a 1999 Mazda MX5, first registered on 20 July 1999.

Is WBZ 5089 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBZ 5089 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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