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V939 JHK

1999 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,290 mi
Last recorded94,290 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda MX-582,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV939 JHK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 94,290 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 93,851 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 87,024 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 87,010 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit CO too high (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 86,996 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 86,328 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 82,751 miles

shields limiting inspection

Pass 21 May 2021 70,765 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 70,689 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 68,345 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 64,846 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 61,454 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 56,159 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 52,690 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 52,548 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 51,859 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2012 50,464 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 May 2012 50,443 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 49,887 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 47,846 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2010 47,846 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2009
Fail 23 Sep 2009 47,491 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 46,218 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 45,055 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 41,817 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 40,037 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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V939 JHK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc 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 V939 JHK, 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 V939 JHK registered?

V939 JHK is a 1999 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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