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G220 WNJ

1989 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

143,101 mi
Last recorded143,101 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 1989 Mazda MX-5144,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG220 WNJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 143,101 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 139,672 miles

Oil leak

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 135,316 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2014 135,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 128,345 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Aug 2013 128,345 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jul 2012 123,903 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 123,903 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 120,250 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 116,491 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 116,491 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 113,081 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 113,081 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 108,857 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 106,619 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads low

Pass 16 Dec 2005 100,284 miles

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

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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G220 WNJ is a 1989 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1989 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 144,177 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 G220 WNJ, 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 37 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 G220 WNJ registered?

G220 WNJ is a 1989 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G220 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G220 WNJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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