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A23 RTJ

1990 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,455 mi
Last recorded136,455 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 RTJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 136,455 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

underneath vehicle covered in material

Pass 14 Apr 2025 133,201 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

whole underneath vehicle covered in underseal material

Fail 3 Apr 2025 133,182 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

no lockout on rear brakes

whole underneath vehicle covered in underseal material

Pass 10 Feb 2024 130,307 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 124,097 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 116,638 miles

Heavily wax oiled underside. preventing full inspection of some components.

Pass 17 Feb 2021 115,778 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 112,775 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 105,647 miles

Offside Rear Inner slight corrosion inner sill underneath

Pass 16 Jun 2017 103,374 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 103,374 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 102,266 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 99,697 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 96,455 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 May 2014 96,455 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 10 May 2013 90,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 May 2013 90,830 miles

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 85,337 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 80,594 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 80,594 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 77,878 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 76,712 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 74,364 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 74,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 May 2007 71,897 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 69,872 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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A23 RTJ is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 A23 RTJ, 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 A23 RTJ registered?

A23 RTJ is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is A23 RTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 RTJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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