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G255 RSO

1992 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

40,511 mi
Last recorded40,511 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG255 RSO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 40,511 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 40,511 miles

Fuel hose leaking pipe onto fuel filter very slight leak (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 39,871 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 38,279 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 38,279 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 34,367 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 32,712 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 32,712 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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G255 RSO is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G255 RSO, 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 34 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of G255 RSO?

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What year was G255 RSO registered?

G255 RSO is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 March 1992.

Is G255 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G255 RSO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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