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G748 UAM

1996 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

214,165 mi
Last recorded214,165 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG748 UAM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 214,165 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 214,165 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear (2.4.A.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 214,115 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 213,956 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 213,739 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 213,739 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2013 213,560 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 213,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 213,439 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 213,439 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 210,971 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 200,372 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 192,892 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 181,134 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 171,389 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (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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G748 UAM is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 G748 UAM, 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 30 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 G748 UAM registered?

G748 UAM is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 October 1996.

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