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G483 CNO

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

92,617 mi
Last recorded92,617 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG483 CNO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 92,617 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 May 2025 92,452 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 92,402 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 92,198 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 91,989 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 91,524 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 91,002 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 90,513 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 89,625 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 89,139 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 88,090 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 87,334 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 86,806 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 86,231 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 85,481 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 84,648 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 84,069 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 84,067 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 83,883 miles

o/s/rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 6 Nov 2007 83,541 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 83,391 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres starting to perish

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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G483 CNO is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 G483 CNO, 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 G483 CNO?

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What year was G483 CNO registered?

G483 CNO is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 March 1990.

Is G483 CNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G483 CNO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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