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G243 OAV

1990 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

144,243 mi
Last recorded144,243 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG243 OAV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 144,243 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 144,243 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 141,638 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 141,636 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner seal (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 138,742 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 135,642 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 132,148 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 132,136 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 129,380 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 125,752 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front number plate bracket broken

Fail 6 Aug 2012 125,752 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 122,254 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 122,254 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 117,659 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 114,035 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 110,141 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 105,899 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 99,645 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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G243 OAV is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 G243 OAV, 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 G243 OAV registered?

G243 OAV is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 1990.

Is G243 OAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G243 OAV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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