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H229 FPX

1991 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,115 mi
Last recorded159,115 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2011
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH229 FPX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2011 159,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

various oil leaks

Pass 2 Aug 2010 155,782 miles

Corrosion starting nearside rear sill.

Parking permit in swept area.

Pass 9 Jul 2009 150,165 miles

Corrosion starting offside rear sill.

Parking permit in swept area.

Pass 24 Jul 2008 145,210 miles

Both chassis rails damaged.Slight binding n/s/f.O/S/R tyre worn inner tread area and damaged on side wall.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 145,210 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Both chassis rails damaged.Slight binding n/s/f.O/S/R tyre worn inner tread area and damaged on side wall.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 141,664 miles

Both w/wiper ends perished.Both centre chassis rails slight damage.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 136,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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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H229 FPX is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H229 FPX, 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 H229 FPX registered?

H229 FPX is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H229 FPX safe to buy?

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