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H3 SLP

1992 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

40,254 mi
Last recorded40,254 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 SLP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 40,254 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 39,538 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 38,867 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 38,392 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 37,933 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 37,522 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 37,231 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 35,864 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 35,864 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 35,624 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 34,960 miles

nearside and offside front shock absorber dust covers split

Pass 1 Oct 2015 34,011 miles

Front Shock absorber dust covers split

Offside Rear Shock absorber dust cover split

Pass 30 Sep 2014 32,613 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 31,490 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Oct 2013 31,489 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2012 31,341 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 31,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

offsidefront and nearside rear tyre starting to crack / perrish

Pass 28 Sep 2011 310,444 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 30,234 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 29,578 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 28,826 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 28,562 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 26,730 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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H3 SLP is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 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 H3 SLP, 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 34 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 H3 SLP registered?

H3 SLP is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 November 1992.

Is H3 SLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H3 SLP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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