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J9 LAT

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,049 mi
Last recorded69,049 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 LAT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 69,049 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 68,476 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2024 67,789 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 67,488 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 67,179 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 66,250 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 65,641 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 64,930 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 64,286 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 63,137 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 61,808 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 60,867 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 59,979 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 56,867 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 53,360 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 49,303 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 45,549 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 41,342 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 37,402 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 33,774 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 30,036 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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J9 LAT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J9 LAT, 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 J9 LAT registered?

J9 LAT is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 May 1999.

Is J9 LAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 LAT shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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