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G733 SGT

1989 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

237,080 mi
Last recorded237,080 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mazda MX-5144,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG733 SGT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 May 2026 237,080 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNEWR SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 216,313 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2025 216,306 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 197,055 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2023 186,103 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 176,674 miles

Rear brake and parking brake low readings

Fail 10 May 2022 176,933 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear brake and parking brake low readings

exhaust sensor disconnected

Pass 12 May 2021 169,688 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2021 169,688 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axel (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 2 Sep 2020 169,654 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR AT REAR BY SQUARE JOIN (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded OVER AXLE FROM NEARSIDE TO OFFSIDE FLEXI'S (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 179,176 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 168,325 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 167,059 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 164,590 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 163,462 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 162,950 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 162,079 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 161,093 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 157,660 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 150,260 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 142,774 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2006 142,774 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2005 137,968 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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G733 SGT is a 1989 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 G733 SGT, 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 G733 SGT registered?

G733 SGT is a 1989 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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