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H138 FRP

1991 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,579 mi
Last recorded140,579 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2013
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH138 FRP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2013 140,579 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 140,462 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 131,022 miles

brakes binding slightly

Fail 8 Sep 2010 131,022 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

brakes binding slightly

Pass 22 Sep 2009 131,019 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 120,499 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

Offside rear tyre perished on sidewalls and cracked in tread

Rear fog light lens cracked

Pass 25 Aug 2007 115,152 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 115,152 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 112,989 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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H138 FRP is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1991 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 114,279 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 H138 FRP, 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 35 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H138 FRP?

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What year was H138 FRP registered?

H138 FRP is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H138 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H138 FRP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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