CarVerify

Free Car Check

C5 SMX

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,339 mi
Last recorded34,339 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 SMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 34,339 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 34,317 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 18 May 2021 34,001 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front subframe corroded

front suspension arms corroded

Fail 17 May 2021 34,001 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front subframe corroded

front suspension arms corroded

Pass 27 May 2020 33,718 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 33,095 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 32,399 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 32,359 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 32,169 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 31,960 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 30,827 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 28,950 miles

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

NS outter sill has slight corrosion

NSF tyre side wall slightly damaged

OS outter sill has slight corrosion

front number plate slightly insecure

Pass 15 Aug 2008 24,730 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 23,656 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 22,820 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C5 SMX is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 C5 SMX, 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 C5 SMX?

You can check the full history of C5 SMX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C5 SMX registered?

C5 SMX is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 September 1999.

Is C5 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 SMX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C5 SMX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C5 SMX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.