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G851 VPG

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,688 mi
Last recorded43,688 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG851 VPG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 43,688 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 43,528 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 43,528 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 43,364 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 43,364 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 43,055 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 42,868 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 42,457 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower outer seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2015 42,383 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 42,249 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 42,160 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 41,685 miles

all suspenion very rusty and all un covered metals

Pass 14 Jun 2010 41,656 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 41,636 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 41,616 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 41,391 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 41,014 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 41,014 miles

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

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

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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G851 VPG is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 116,196 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 G851 VPG, 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 36 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 G851 VPG registered?

G851 VPG is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 May 1990.

Is G851 VPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G851 VPG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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