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WIW 5271

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

113,010 mi
Last recorded113,010 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2012
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIW 5271
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2012 113,010 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 180,865 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 180,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 180,416 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 178,805 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 170,399 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 153,994 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 142,229 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 142,213 miles

Front Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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WIW 5271 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WIW 5271, 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 WIW 5271 registered?

WIW 5271 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is WIW 5271 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIW 5271 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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