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H733 JLA

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

77,529 mi
Last recorded77,529 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH733 JLA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 77,529 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both outer sills corroded

underside corroded

Fail 17 Apr 2025 77,529 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both outer sills corroded

underside corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2023 73,587 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear brake discs corroded

general underbody and suspension surface corrosion

Pass 1 Dec 2022 72,601 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded vehicle been standing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive block end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive block end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded vehicle been standing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 72,596 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on both faces ( car been standing) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive block end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive block end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on both faces ( car been standing) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (*strong advise *) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 72,079 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perished in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 70,934 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 70,928 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 70,402 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 70,126 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 69,962 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 69,565 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 69,519 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 69,232 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 68,779 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 68,127 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 67,721 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 66,894 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 66,800 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 66,743 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

cut in offside rear tyre outer sidewall

offside rear outer sill/inner wheel arch rusted and holed

Fail 30 May 2008 66,740 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

cut in offside rear tyre outer sidewall

exhaust emission results could change due to exhaust leak

offside rear outer sill/inner wheel arch rusted and holed

Pass 13 Jun 2007 66,172 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 65,968 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 65,966 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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H733 JLA is a 1990 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 79.2%.

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 H733 JLA, 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 H733 JLA registered?

H733 JLA is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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