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A19 BVB

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,954 mi
Last recorded63,954 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 BVB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 63,954 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 63,953 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 63,784 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 63,230 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

Pass 10 Jul 2017 62,705 miles

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Pass 11 Jul 2016 62,492 miles

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

N/s front brake is binding slightly.

Fail 3 Jul 2015 62,140 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/s front brake is binding slightly.

Tyres are perishing.

Pass 3 Jul 2015 62,140 miles

N/s front brake is binding slightly.

Tyres are perishing.

Fail 10 Jul 2014 61,157 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 61,157 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 60,522 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 60,522 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 60,425 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 58,910 miles

Covers preventing access to some componennts.

Exhaust corroding & starting to leak.

Pass 5 Jul 2010 57,831 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 57,831 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 56,804 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorating & starting to leak.

Pass 18 Jul 2008 56,164 miles

Exhaust corroding & starting to leak slightly.

Fail 13 Jul 2007 55,224 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 55,224 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 54,363 miles

Undertrays preventing a full inspection of some components.

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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A19 BVB is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 116,196 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 A19 BVB, 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 36 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A19 BVB registered?

A19 BVB is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is A19 BVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 BVB shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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