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J3 RWF

1999 Mazda MX-5

Gold Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,092 mi
Last recorded36,092 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 RWF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 36,092 miles

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

all brake pipes coated in undershield

Pass 24 Jul 2025 35,916 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rigid brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 35,713 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rigid brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 35,558 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 35,312 miles

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed preventing full inspection

Fail 26 Jul 2022 35,308 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed preventing full inspection

Pass 12 Jul 2021 35,084 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 35,070 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 34,291 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 34,092 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 34,092 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 33,946 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 33,476 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 29,045 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 23,655 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 20,965 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 17,839 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 15,761 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 15,520 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 15,332 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 154,214 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 15,077 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 14,853 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 14,627 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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J3 RWF is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Gold with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J3 RWF, 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 J3 RWF registered?

J3 RWF is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 March 1999.

Is J3 RWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 RWF shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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