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G139 HJC

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,904 mi
Last recorded112,904 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG139 HJC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 112,904 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 23 May 2025 112,384 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 111,841 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 111,203 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 110,834 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 110,259 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 109,580 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 108,748 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 108,097 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 107,656 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 106,992 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 106,243 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 105,711 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 105,205 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 104,490 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 103,525 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 102,715 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 101,846 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 100,802 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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G139 HJC is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G139 HJC, 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.

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What year was G139 HJC registered?

G139 HJC is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 1990.

Is G139 HJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G139 HJC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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