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B5 MTR

1991 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

134,847 mi
Last recorded134,847 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 MTR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 134,847 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 2 Jun 2023 134,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 131,203 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 131,203 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2009 128,663 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 128,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 123,180 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2008 123,175 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Pass 14 Mar 2007 116,247 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 116,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r inner cv gaitor split

n/s/r tyre sidewall starting to deteriorate

oil leak from engine

Pass 10 Mar 2006 101,650 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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B5 MTR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MTR, 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.

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What year was B5 MTR registered?

B5 MTR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is B5 MTR safe to buy?

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