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V87 JJN

1999 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,105 mi
Last recorded74,105 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV87 JJN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 74,105 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all in places (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

both sides inner sills corrosion and floors

corrosion on all suspension and steering components

Fail 23 Jan 2026 74,049 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all in places (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

both sides inner sills corrosion and floors

corrosion on all suspension and steering components

Pass 15 Jan 2025 68,901 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides and rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 1.6mm limit and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion on suspension and steering components and innersills/floors and brake pipes in places

Pass 24 Jan 2024 66,687 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some in places (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

corrosion on suspension components and steering components and slight underneath

Pass 26 Jan 2023 61,467 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some slight (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear sill and rear arches and near side front corrosion

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

corrosion on suspension components and steering and slight underneath

Fail 20 Jan 2023 61,467 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some slight (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear sill and rear arches and near side front corrosion

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

corrosion on suspension components and steering and slight underneath

Pass 18 Jan 2022 59,709 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

under side of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2021 59,215 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 58,556 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 57,138 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 55,515 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 54,137 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 53,151 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 51,802 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 50,352 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 48,934 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 47,423 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 45,770 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 43,567 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 41,520 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 39,954 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 38,092 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 35,726 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 35,726 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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V87 JJN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 V87 JJN, 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 V87 JJN registered?

V87 JJN is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 November 1999.

Is V87 JJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V87 JJN shows 24 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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