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H556 PTW

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,215 mi
Last recorded171,215 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2012
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH556 PTW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2012 171,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 171,215 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 155,360 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 139,506 miles

CENTRE STOP LIGHT WORKING AS REAR FOG LAMP

Fail 24 Jun 2010 139,506 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

CENTRE STOP LIGHT WORKING AS REAR FOG LAMP

Pass 22 Jun 2009 127,323 miles

slight corrosion to rear discs

Pass 16 Jun 2008 120,634 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 113,995 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 105,564 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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H556 PTW is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 H556 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 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 H556 PTW registered?

H556 PTW is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H556 PTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H556 PTW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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