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J217 WHB

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

190,437 mi
Last recorded190,437 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ217 WHB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 190,437 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 186,311 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 183,694 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 178,286 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 167,847 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 158,948 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 158,948 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2009 158,240 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 158,225 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 155,841 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Aug 2008 155,833 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 152,555 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 14,731 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

cracked front number plate

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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J217 WHB is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 J217 WHB, 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 J217 WHB registered?

J217 WHB is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is J217 WHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J217 WHB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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