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K135 YFJ

1999 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

256,267 mi
Last recorded256,267 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK135 YFJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 256,267 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 146,262 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 146,309 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 146,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 145,888 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 145,879 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 145,630 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

steering wheel flex's slightly.

Fail 30 Mar 2023 145,630 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

steering wheel flex's slightly.

Pass 1 Apr 2022 243,005 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 243,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 240,731 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 240,115 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 249,494 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All rusty where vehicle has been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Spare tyre defective Perishing

Fail 14 Jan 2019 249,494 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All rusty where vehicle has been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Spare tyre defective Perishing

Pass 23 Jan 2018 155,837 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 155,837 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 132,736 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 130,226 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 125,250 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 125,250 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 112,894 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 129,984 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 126,508 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 210,502 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 103,415 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

body kit

Fail 18 Sep 2009 103,415 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

body kit

Pass 17 Jul 2008 106,216 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 181,070 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 189,392 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 186,245 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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K135 YFJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

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 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 K135 YFJ, 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 K135 YFJ registered?

K135 YFJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 October 1999.

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