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WIW 7479

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,742 mi
Last recorded78,742 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIW 7479
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 78,742 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

some steering and suspension bushes, are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system, sub frames ,steering, suspension, and brake components.

Fail 24 Jul 2026 78,742 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

some steering and suspension bushes, are starting to crack and deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system, sub frames ,steering, suspension, and brake components.

Pass 29 Jul 2025 76,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 74,376 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear calliper slightly leaking

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underseal has been used

various underbody corrosion including suspension components

Fail 24 Apr 2024 74,376 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear calliper slightly leaking

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underseal has been used

various underbody corrosion including suspension components

Pass 14 Mar 2023 71,958 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody seal used

Fail 14 Mar 2023 71,958 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody seal used

Pass 15 Sep 2021 69,792 miles

Lower Under sealant used all over

Fail 15 Sep 2021 69,792 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Lower Under sealant used all over

Pass 18 Sep 2020 65,687 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 65,190 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 64,850 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 64,666 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 64,503 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 64,267 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 63,700 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 63,228 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 63,041 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 61,512 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 59,148 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 53,947 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 52,441 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 51,612 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 48,778 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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WIW 7479 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 7479, 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 7479 registered?

WIW 7479 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 March 1999.

Is WIW 7479 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIW 7479 shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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