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A6 JRA

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

142,143 mi
Last recorded142,143 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 JRA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 142,143 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 142,094 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 141,328 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 137,106 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 136,005 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 135,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 135,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 132,065 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 132,007 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 129,160 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 126,889 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 122,823 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 121,374 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 30 Jan 2013 120,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 120,557 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 119,112 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 117,612 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 115,749 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 113,172 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 110,661 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 108,353 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 106,302 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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A6 JRA is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 A6 JRA, 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 A6 JRA?

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What year was A6 JRA registered?

A6 JRA is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 1999.

Is A6 JRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 JRA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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