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J1 ELO

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,645 mi
Last recorded28,645 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 ELO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2026 28,645 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 28,393 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 27,905 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 27,480 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 27,085 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 26,681 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,316 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 25,789 miles

oil leak from engine

Pass 8 Mar 2018 25,325 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 24,718 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 23,935 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 23,300 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 22,697 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 22,095 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 21,482 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 21,019 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 20,288 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 19,288 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 18,320 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 17,816 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 17,213 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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J1 ELO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J1 ELO, 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 J1 ELO registered?

J1 ELO is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is J1 ELO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 ELO shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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