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G488 WHX

1992 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

136,663 mi
Last recorded136,663 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG488 WHX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 136,663 miles

Central Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 135,296 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 134,027 miles

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outter sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 133,039 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 132,200 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 131,195 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 131,195 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 130,261 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 129,479 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 128,036 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 124,905 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear lower outer sill rusty

Pass 15 Jul 2015 122,880 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 121,602 miles

Oil leak

o/s sill slight corrosion

Pass 29 Jul 2013 120,360 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fog lights working off brake lights

front wipers worn

Pass 30 Jun 2012 118,722 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 117,380 miles

os outer sill at rear slight corrosion

Pass 5 Jul 2010 116,123 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2009 114,025 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 106,973 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 105,959 miles

all areas underneath have advanced corrosion

Pass 22 Jul 2006 105,221 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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G488 WHX is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 G488 WHX, 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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What year was G488 WHX registered?

G488 WHX is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 March 1992.

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