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G224 OPW

1990 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,344 mi
Last recorded151,344 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2013
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG224 OPW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2013 151,344 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 130,357 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 116,292 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 103,471 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 102,728 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Mar 2008 102,242 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 102,240 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 100,701 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 100,098 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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G224 OPW is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G224 OPW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G224 OPW registered?

G224 OPW is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G224 OPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G224 OPW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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