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XAG 456

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

57,132 mi
Last recorded57,132 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAG 456
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 57,132 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 54,782 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill panel and arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill panel and arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 54,033 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 53,598 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill rear edge (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 53,597 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment full travel and no effort (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear handbrake lever on caliper seized in applied position

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill rear edge (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 53,394 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 52,608 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 51,685 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 50,544 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 49,426 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 48,325 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 47,120 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 45,951 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 45,951 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 44,631 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 43,242 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 41,322 miles

Both number plates fitted on top of others

Fail 6 Mar 2008 41,322 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Both number plates fitted on top of others

Nearside door mirror glass missing

Pass 14 Mar 2007 39,118 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 37,273 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 37,273 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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XAG 456 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XAG 456, 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.

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What year was XAG 456 registered?

XAG 456 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is XAG 456 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAG 456 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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