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J684 EEE

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

79,571 mi
Last recorded79,571 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ684 EEE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 79,571 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 79,183 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 77,976 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 77,811 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 77,667 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 77,397 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 75,713 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 72,722 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 68,651 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 67,938 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 7 Jul 2009 67,938 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 67,090 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 65,401 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 61,625 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 61,625 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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J684 EEE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 J684 EEE, 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 J684 EEE registered?

J684 EEE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is J684 EEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J684 EEE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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