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M700 JLP

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,122 mi
Last recorded116,122 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM700 JLP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 116,122 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2025 115,384 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 115,068 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 114,998 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2023 114,424 miles

Coolant leak

excessive corrosion to o/s/f lower part of wing (non structual)

Pass 1 Sep 2022 113,629 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 112,370 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 112,370 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 109,841 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 108,319 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 105,291 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 105,074 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 101,067 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 101,063 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 97,827 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 93,590 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 91,816 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear sills poor - near side rear sealer used

exhaust rubber zip tie

Pass 19 Sep 2014 91,816 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear sills poor - near side rear sealer used

exhaust rubber zip tie

Pass 19 Apr 2013 84,989 miles

SLOW to pass cat test ,cat & exhaust corrosion & baffle type noise.

corrosion inc suspension & n/s/r metal brake pipe

Pass 18 Apr 2012 78,371 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 73,620 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 73,620 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 70,906 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 69,098 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 60,594 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 54,253 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 49,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

could do with front discs & pads, just on mot limits

could do with rear pad replacement, just on mot limits

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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M700 JLP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 M700 JLP, 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 M700 JLP registered?

M700 JLP is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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