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B2 JEN

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

29,345 mi
Last recorded29,345 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 JEN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 29,345 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side + all component (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside+nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side +all component (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 29,135 miles

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

all under-neath has corrosion on ( arms / shocks / coil spring / links / sub-frames )

Pass 27 Mar 2024 29,085 miles

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

all under-neath has corrosion on ( arms / shocks / coil spring / links / sub-frames )

Pass 14 Mar 2023 29,011 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 28,706 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 28,339 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 27,992 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 27,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 27,205 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 26,506 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 25,701 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 24,757 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 23,913 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 23,911 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 23,063 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 22,067 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 21,706 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 19,809 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 18,680 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 17,691 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 16,421 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 15,056 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 13,669 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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B2 JEN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 B2 JEN, 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 B2 JEN registered?

B2 JEN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is B2 JEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 JEN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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