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BCZ 1628

1992 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,736 mi
Last recorded156,736 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCZ 1628
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 156,736 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 155,263 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 154,226 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 152,999 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 152,085 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 151,024 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 142,988 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 142,985 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 125,647 miles

engine oil leaks

tyre wear starting on both rears inner edges

Pass 12 Mar 2014 114,872 miles

engine oil leaks

tyre wear started on both front inner edges

Pass 14 Mar 2013 101,351 miles

front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 13 Mar 2012 82,573 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 82,510 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 65,400 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 23 Mar 2011 65,400 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 26 Aug 2009 59,872 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 58,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Sep 2008 58,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 57,542 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 57,004 miles

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

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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BCZ 1628 is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 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 BCZ 1628, 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 34 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 BCZ 1628 registered?

BCZ 1628 is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is BCZ 1628 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCZ 1628 shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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