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H465 PTW

1990 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,498 mi
Last recorded122,498 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH465 PTW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 122,498 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 122,498 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 122,433 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 122,430 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 121,831 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 121,201 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 121,201 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 120,951 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 120,890 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 120,551 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 120,549 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 120,287 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 119,785 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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H465 PTW is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1990 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 116,196 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 H465 PTW, 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 36 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 H465 PTW registered?

H465 PTW is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H465 PTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H465 PTW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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