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G491 YBU

1989 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

107,150 mi
Last recorded107,150 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mazda MX-5144,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG491 YBU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 107,150 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 May 2026 107,150 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 104,093 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 104,093 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 103,596 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 102,537 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 102,509 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Body insecure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 98,735 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 98,735 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 98,617 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 98,462 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 98,405 miles

Corrosion on rear brake disc

Pass 21 Jun 2016 98,090 miles

Front and rear brakes slightly out of balance.

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play in it

Pass 24 Jun 2015 98,017 miles

Tyre valves perishing/cracking on all 4 wheels.

Fail 24 Jun 2015 98,017 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Tyre valves perishing/cracking on all 4 wheels.

Pass 25 Jun 2014 97,818 miles

Slight binding on front brake at o/s.

Pass 11 Jun 2013 96,334 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 96,334 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 95,689 miles

Slight binding on front brake at o/s.

Fail 6 Jun 2012 95,689 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Slight binding on front brake at o/s.

Pass 16 May 2011 95,504 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 94,401 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 92,511 miles

Corrosion on n/s front chassis rail.

Fail 13 Apr 2010 92,509 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Corrosion on n/s front chassis rail.

Pass 11 Nov 2008 91,868 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 10 Nov 2008 91,866 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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G491 YBU is a 1989 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1989 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 144,177 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 G491 YBU, 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 37 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 G491 YBU registered?

G491 YBU is a 1989 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G491 YBU safe to buy?

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