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H153 BGJ

1991 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,592 mi
Last recorded83,592 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH153 BGJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 83,592 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Underbody protected with underseal.

Fail 2 Jul 2026 83,592 miles

Underbody protected with underseal.

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 83,587 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 83,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 83,556 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 83,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED OUTER TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED OUTER TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 83,409 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 83,342 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 83,199 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front tyres cracked

surface corrosion underside

Pass 7 Nov 2018 83,098 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 83,010 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 83,003 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 82,985 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 82,935 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Nov 2014 82,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 82,587 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 82,276 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 82,034 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 81,852 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 81,478 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 81,478 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 81,253 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 81,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 81,016 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 80,722 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 80,172 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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H153 BGJ is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 H153 BGJ, 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

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What year was H153 BGJ registered?

H153 BGJ is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 April 1991.

Is H153 BGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H153 BGJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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