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H715 GPJ

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,974 mi
Last recorded32,974 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH715 GPJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 32,974 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 32,810 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 32,654 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 32,014 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 May 2018 32,100 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 31 Mar 2016 31,572 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 30,866 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 30,594 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 30,379 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 30,274 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 30,234 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 29,889 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 29,604 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 29,380 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 29,262 miles

Both front and both rear brake hose ferrules slightly corroded.

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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H715 GPJ is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H715 GPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H715 GPJ registered?

H715 GPJ is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 September 1990.

Is H715 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H715 GPJ shows 15 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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