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J542 CDT

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,876 mi
Last recorded46,876 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ542 CDT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 46,876 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 45,670 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 44,430 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 43,683 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 42,326 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 41,019 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 40,687 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 40,209 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 40,002 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 38,948 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 37,034 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 35,450 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 33,010 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 31,373 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 28,771 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 26,106 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,494 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 20,982 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 18,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

slight damage to o/side front tyre sidewall, also only 12 psi pressure, rec / insp

Pass 14 Mar 2008 18,388 miles

slight damage to o/side front tyre sidewall, also only 12 psi pressure, rec / insp

Pass 6 Mar 2007 14,619 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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J542 CDT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J542 CDT, 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 J542 CDT registered?

J542 CDT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is J542 CDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J542 CDT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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