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H242 DMX

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,784 mi
Last recorded129,784 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH242 DMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 129,784 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2025 129,784 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 129,418 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill and lower wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 128,703 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 128,406 miles

Nearside Front sill corroded

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 128,028 miles

Nearside Front Sill corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2020 127,542 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

nearside outer sill corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2019 126,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 126,289 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 126,245 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 123,616 miles

corrosion to front and rear of nearside sill

centre stop light is not working

Fail 25 Aug 2017 123,616 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

centre stop light is not working

corrosion to front and rear of nearside sill

Pass 24 Aug 2016 120,051 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion lower wing panel (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 116,040 miles

Nearside Rear sill corroded through outer skin

damage to screen

Pass 21 Aug 2014 112,210 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to screen

excess corrosion to nearside rear sill

gear lever is loose

Fail 20 Aug 2014 112,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on edges

damage to screen

gear lever is loose

wipers poor

Pass 22 Aug 2013 109,257 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 106,111 miles

corrosion to nearside rear sill

damage to screen

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 15 Aug 2011 102,547 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 102,547 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 100,041 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 97,130 miles

gear lever loose (automatic)

wipers poor

Pass 2 Jul 2008 93,191 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 93,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 89,283 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 85,397 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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H242 DMX is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 H242 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H242 DMX registered?

H242 DMX is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H242 DMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H242 DMX 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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