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V240 JCE

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,893 mi
Last recorded60,893 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV240 JCE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 60,893 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 59,310 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 59,306 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 59,301 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 59,295 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 59,293 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 59,263 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 59,037 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 58,359 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 58,320 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 57,799 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 57,328 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 56,091 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 53,588 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 53,588 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 53,516 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 52,722 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 51,227 miles

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

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

both front brake discs corroded

both side front tyres side wall starting to perish

Pass 31 Mar 2010 49,719 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 43,214 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 39,148 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 37,782 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 37,642 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 32,089 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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V240 JCE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V240 JCE, 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 V240 JCE registered?

V240 JCE is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 September 1999.

Is V240 JCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V240 JCE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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