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H723 PHE

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

32,195 mi
Last recorded32,195 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH723 PHE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 32,195 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 32,139 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 32,077 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 32,011 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 31,491 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 31,380 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 29,864 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 28,760 miles

small crack in windscreen not in testable area

Pass 18 Aug 2016 27,602 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 27,289 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 26,774 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 26,449 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 25,748 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 25,309 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 25,309 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 25,039 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 24,151 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 23,739 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 22,368 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 21,773 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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H723 PHE is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 H723 PHE, 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 H723 PHE registered?

H723 PHE is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 October 1990.

Is H723 PHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H723 PHE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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