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H572 DMY

1990 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

215,439 mi
Last recorded215,439 miles
Recorded on13 May 2023
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH572 DMY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2023 215,439 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 214,641 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 212,250 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 212,219 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected cabin area (4.11 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seat mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Towbar component slightly worn (6.1.6 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 195,814 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Aug 2018 188,330 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 187,551 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 187,533 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 187,162 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 183,312 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 183,306 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2013 178,846 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 174,261 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 174,258 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 169,526 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 166,094 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 164,002 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 159,090 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 159,090 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 150,428 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 141,649 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 8 Aug 2006 141,649 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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H572 DMY is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 H572 DMY, 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 H572 DMY registered?

H572 DMY is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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