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H253 EKR

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

146,816 mi
Last recorded146,816 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH253 EKR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 146,816 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 146,078 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 145,219 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 145,219 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2023 143,537 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 141,628 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 138,872 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 138,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2020 137,701 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to union (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 May 2019 137,063 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 135,579 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 May 2017 134,704 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 133,677 miles

exhaust noisy

handbrake has little reserve travel

slight oil leak

Pass 30 May 2015 133,104 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2014 131,884 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 130,234 miles
Pass 6 May 2012 128,404 miles
Pass 22 May 2011 124,311 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 117,952 miles
Pass 31 May 2009 111,295 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 104,106 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 96,933 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 89,067 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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H253 EKR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 H253 EKR, 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

How do I check the history of H253 EKR?

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What year was H253 EKR registered?

H253 EKR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 March 1991.

Is H253 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H253 EKR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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