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H170 FKP

1991 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,908 mi
Last recorded60,908 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH170 FKP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 60,908 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 60,358 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 60,045 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 59,849 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 59,589 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 59,191 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 58,149 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 56,980 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 55,680 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 54,551 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 53,812 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 53,421 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 52,573 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 51,695 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 50,628 miles

start of corrosion n/s/r chassis

start of corrosion o/s outer sill

Fail 14 Aug 2009 50,140 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 50,140 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 49,316 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 48,230 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 46,878 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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H170 FKP is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 H170 FKP, 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 H170 FKP registered?

H170 FKP is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 April 1991.

Is H170 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H170 FKP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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