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H42 XWW

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,458 mi
Last recorded105,458 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH42 XWW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 105,458 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 104,936 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 104,330 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 103,763 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 102,341 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 99,618 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 96,636 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 93,612 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 93,072 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 92,102 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 91,470 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 90,048 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 85,603 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 80,361 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

n/s/r tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 May 2011 79,021 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 77,429 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 77,401 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 77,306 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 76,032 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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H42 XWW is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H42 XWW, 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 H42 XWW registered?

H42 XWW is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H42 XWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H42 XWW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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