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H36 DNR

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

116,346 mi
Last recorded116,346 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH36 DNR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 116,346 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 115,772 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2024 115,772 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 114,586 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

SMALL HOLE IN OFFSIDE REAR INNER SILL

Pass 17 Aug 2022 114,295 miles

front and rear suspension and components covered in wax oil can not tell if any corrosion

small hole in offside rear inner sill

Fail 15 Aug 2022 114,293 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

front and rear suspension and components covered in wax oil can not tell if any corrosion

Pass 11 Aug 2021 112,848 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 May 2018 111,999 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 111,164 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 110,325 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 109,387 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 108,693 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 108,693 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 107,071 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 106,208 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 106,208 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 103,870 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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H36 DNR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 H36 DNR, 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 H36 DNR registered?

H36 DNR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 March 1991.

Is H36 DNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H36 DNR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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