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JCZ 2326

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

125,976 mi
Last recorded125,976 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCZ 2326
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 125,976 miles

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 125,976 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 122,205 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 119,165 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 119,165 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 118,945 miles

ns sill & floor corroded but not in a prescribed area

underside needs to be treated

Pass 6 Aug 2014 118,375 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 118,344 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

battery insecure

Pass 3 Jun 2011 117,239 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 117,239 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 115,688 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 114,659 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 114,659 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Holes in floor areas

Pass 1 Aug 2007 113,907 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 113,907 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear tyres perished

Pass 18 Jul 2006 112,356 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 112,356 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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JCZ 2326 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JCZ 2326, 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 JCZ 2326 registered?

JCZ 2326 is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 April 1999.

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