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H653 EKE

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,732 mi
Last recorded11,732 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH653 EKE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 11,732 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 11,713 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 11,688 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2024 11,688 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake fluid seems slightly dirty

Fail 19 Jan 2024 11,675 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam BOTH (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake fluid seems slightly dirty

Pass 13 Jan 2023 11,650 miles

Engine covers and or under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 6 Jan 2022 11,623 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 11,562 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 11,431 miles

Nearside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 11,356 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 11,259 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 11,175 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 11,141 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 10,798 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 10,582 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 10,365 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 10,365 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 10,205 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 9,896 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 9,648 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 9,364 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 8,924 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 8,495 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 8,205 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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H653 EKE is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H653 EKE, 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 H653 EKE registered?

H653 EKE is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 January 1991.

Is H653 EKE safe to buy?

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