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G49 TVO

1989 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

194,431 mi
Last recorded194,431 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 1989 Mazda MX-5144,177 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG49 TVO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2015 194,431 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 192,428 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 192,428 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 186,356 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 181,345 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 176,039 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 173,780 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 173,780 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2008 163,139 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 163,139 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2007 150,736 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Oct 2007 150,727 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 126,803 miles

all brake discs hold facial rust

rear tyres tread on 2mm

Pass 15 Aug 2005 119,483 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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G49 TVO is a 1989 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 G49 TVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G49 TVO registered?

G49 TVO is a 1989 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G49 TVO safe to buy?

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