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J123 ATV

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,839 mi
Last recorded116,839 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ123 ATV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 116,839 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 115,661 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 115,209 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 115,068 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 114,850 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres perished & cracking in tread

Pass 2 Aug 2012 114,470 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 114,162 miles

all suspension surface corroded under car

Pass 11 May 2010 113,189 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 112,733 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 112,733 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

sills corroded water leak to engine.

Pass 14 May 2008 12,199 miles

slight noise to n/s/f wheel bearing b/pipes covered in grease

Fail 10 May 2008 112,189 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

slight noise to n/s/f wheel bearing b/pipes covered in grease

Pass 2 May 2007 111,601 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 109,940 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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J123 ATV is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J123 ATV, 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 J123 ATV registered?

J123 ATV is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 April 1999.

Is J123 ATV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J123 ATV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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