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G947 DVN

1990 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,582 mi
Last recorded106,582 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2009
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG947 DVN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2009 106,582 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 99,530 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 86,125 miles

n/s/f side light lens damaged, repaired with tape

n/s/f tyre slightly out of shape

n/s/r light damaged, repaired no white light showing

rear differential has securing bolt missing

Fail 17 Apr 2007 86,025 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f tyre out of shape

rear differential has securing bolt missing

Pass 22 Apr 2006 70,019 miles

Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 21 Apr 2006 70,016 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

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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G947 DVN is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 G947 DVN, 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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G947 DVN is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 March 1990.

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