CarVerify

Free Car Check

V2 KSJ

1999 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,657 mi
Last recorded64,657 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 KSJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 64,657 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Jun 2026 64,657 miles

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 May 2022 64,652 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake (1.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint and tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 60,001 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 May 2021 59,990 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 56,924 miles

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 7 Jun 2018 54,245 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 54,239 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Mar 2016 54,191 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Mar 2016 54,191 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 48,173 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 48,132 miles

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both side wipers starting to split

some deteration in rear number plate

Pass 18 Jan 2013 45,544 miles

fog switch worn

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 11 Jan 2012 42,496 miles

both front tyres just legal ( 195/50 ZR15 W)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 7 Jan 2011 39,024 miles

rear brake discs in poor condition

slight wear on the front tyres ( inner edges )

Pass 31 Dec 2009 37,068 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 35,495 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 35,474 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 32,366 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 4 Jan 2006 30,679 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V2 KSJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KSJ, 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

How do I check the history of V2 KSJ?

You can check the full history of V2 KSJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V2 KSJ registered?

V2 KSJ is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V2 KSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 KSJ shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V2 KSJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V2 KSJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.