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V2 JOY

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

28,464 mi
Last recorded28,464 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 JOY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 28,464 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 28,326 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 28,209 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 27,963 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 27,192 miles

all four tyres starting to perish and crack

Pass 17 Aug 2017 26,548 miles

all four tyres starting to perish and crack

Fail 16 Aug 2017 26,548 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

all four tyres starting to perish and crack

Pass 23 Aug 2016 26,070 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 25,362 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 24,943 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 24,487 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 24,233 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 22,846 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 22,195 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 21,521 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 21,521 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 18 Aug 2008 20,802 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 20,328 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 19,769 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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V2 JOY is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 V2 JOY, 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 V2 JOY registered?

V2 JOY is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V2 JOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 JOY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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