MOT Status
ValidMileage
185,547 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
both headlamp aims flat
rear fog light fading
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
advise both head aims flat
rear fog light fading
nearside handbrake low performance,offside handbrake efficiency good.overall efficiency acceptable
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B5 CGL is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.
Across all 1991 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 114,279 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 B5 CGL, 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 35 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of B5 CGL?
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What year was B5 CGL registered?
B5 CGL is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.
Is B5 CGL safe to buy?
The MOT history for B5 CGL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B5 CGL have outstanding finance?
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