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H149 DMX

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,365 mi
Last recorded26,365 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH149 DMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 26,365 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 26,357 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 26,349 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 26,314 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 26,198 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 26,198 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 26,056 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 25,933 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 25,779 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 25,578 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 25,388 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 25,388 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Jan 2011 25,186 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 24,997 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 24,997 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2009 24,837 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 24,608 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 24,337 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 24,072 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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H149 DMX is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 H149 DMX, 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.

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What year was H149 DMX registered?

H149 DMX is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 May 1991.

Is H149 DMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H149 DMX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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