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K945 EUJ

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

145,890 mi
Last recorded145,890 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK945 EUJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 145,890 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 143,179 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 140,920 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 140,873 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 138,703 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 135,488 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 133,382 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

surface cracks in tyres

Fail 21 Jul 2021 133,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip and main (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

surface cracks in tyres

Pass 4 Jun 2013 130,207 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 123,313 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 115,753 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 104,623 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 101,442 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 100,073 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 99,614 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 98,507 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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K945 EUJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K945 EUJ, 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 K945 EUJ registered?

K945 EUJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is K945 EUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K945 EUJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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