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J55 MBS

1999 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

20,063 mi
Last recorded20,063 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ55 MBS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 20,063 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 20,005 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 19,642 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 19,459 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 19,452 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 19,265 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 19,161 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 18,651 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 18,116 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 17,468 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 17,056 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 16,611 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 16,611 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 16,227 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 15,646 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 15,646 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 15,056 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 14,305 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 13,808 miles

Slight corrosion in offside outer sill may require attention for next MOT

Pass 23 Feb 2009 13,380 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 12,903 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,368 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 11,731 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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J55 MBS is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 J55 MBS, 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.

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What year was J55 MBS registered?

J55 MBS is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is J55 MBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J55 MBS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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