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G232 WNJ

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

138,720 mi
Last recorded138,720 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG232 WNJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 138,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 131,826 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 129,964 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 127,044 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 122,491 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 120,148 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 118,468 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 118,468 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 117,380 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 111,425 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 111,425 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 104,623 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 98,677 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 92,534 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

brake pedal rubber wearing

front brake pads getting low

n/s handbrake a little lazy

Pass 24 Feb 2006 83,258 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 83,148 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)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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G232 WNJ is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 G232 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 36 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G232 WNJ?

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What year was G232 WNJ registered?

G232 WNJ is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G232 WNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G232 WNJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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