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H144 JLD

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

142,908 mi
Last recorded142,908 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH144 JLD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 142,908 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 142,350 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2022 141,534 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2022 141,534 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 May 2021 140,126 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 138,145 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 135,568 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 134,401 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 133,697 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 133,053 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 131,560 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 129,329 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 124,439 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 121,161 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 119,390 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 115,013 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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H144 JLD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 H144 JLD, 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 H144 JLD registered?

H144 JLD is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is H144 JLD safe to buy?

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