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H726 TEP

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

123,221 mi
Last recorded123,221 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH726 TEP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 123,221 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 114,455 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 114,424 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 114,357 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 114,276 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 114,196 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 114,080 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 113,976 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 113,807 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 113,761 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 113,581 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 108,639 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 108,018 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 108,017 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 104,772 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 97,478 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 97,426 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 May 2009 92,871 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 86,789 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 83,579 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 83,469 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2006 79,422 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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H726 TEP is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 H726 TEP, 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

How do I check the history of H726 TEP?

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What year was H726 TEP registered?

H726 TEP is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H726 TEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H726 TEP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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