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H990 JLC

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,831 mi
Last recorded159,831 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH990 JLC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 159,831 miles

n/s/r outer sill corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2019 157,478 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 156,875 miles

all the tyres on the vehicle have slight perishing marks on outer part of tyre

Pass 26 May 2017 155,347 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 153,015 miles

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Pass 11 May 2015 151,268 miles

Both headlamps slightly high

Front and rear brake discs pitted

Pass 12 May 2014 147,811 miles

Battery slightly insecure

Both headlamps slightly high

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 146,395 miles

Front brake discs pitted

Oil leak

Fail 3 Apr 2012 144,463 miles

Both front wiper blades starting to smear windscreen

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 144,463 miles

Both front wiper blades starting to smear windscreen

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 May 2011 141,614 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 137,303 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 132,723 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 124,790 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 124,790 miles

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 117,126 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 11,961 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 111,961 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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H990 JLC is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 H990 JLC, 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 H990 JLC registered?

H990 JLC is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is H990 JLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H990 JLC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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