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J5 PPW

1999 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1835cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,869 mi
Last recorded98,869 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 PPW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,835cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 98,869 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 98,736 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3m (5.2.3 (e))

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 27 Jun 2024 98,209 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 98,058 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 98,015 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 97,967 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 97,967 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 97,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 97,760 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 96,579 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 94,957 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 93,737 miles

both front track rod end rubbers perishing

Pass 16 May 2013 92,955 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 92,149 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 91,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 91,075 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 89,947 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 89,834 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 81,594 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 87,414 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 83,771 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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J5 PPW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,835cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J5 PPW, 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 J5 PPW registered?

J5 PPW is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 April 1999.

Is J5 PPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 PPW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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