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K416 JHJ

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,869 mi
Last recorded136,869 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK416 JHJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 136,869 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 136,588 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 136,373 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Oct 2022 136,360 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jul 2021 135,711 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 133,507 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 133,489 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 133,489 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 128,591 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2012 122,037 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 122,037 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 119,349 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 117,531 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 116,059 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 111,097 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 107,498 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 107,498 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 106,839 miles

Battery insecure

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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K416 JHJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 K416 JHJ, 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 K416 JHJ registered?

K416 JHJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is K416 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K416 JHJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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