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H757 JLE

1990 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

147,432 mi
Last recorded147,432 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH757 JLE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2015 147,432 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 142,844 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 142,844 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 137,303 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 137,301 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

all tyres perished

Fail 24 Jan 2013 132,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine oil leaks.

n/s door mirror missing.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 24 Jan 2013 132,137 miles

engine oil leaks.

n/s door mirror missing.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 20 Dec 2011 127,191 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 127,191 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

oil leaks

Pass 12 Jan 2011 121,528 miles

BOTH REAR brake discs are corroded

Nearside front brake is slightly binding

Fail 12 Jan 2011 121,528 miles

BOTH REAR brake discs are corroded

Nearside front brake is slightly binding

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 30 Dec 2009 120,238 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

oil leak.

Pass 30 Dec 2009 120,238 miles

oil leak.

Pass 16 Jan 2009 116,142 miles

oil leak.

Pass 15 Jan 2008 111,930 miles

exhaust rusted.

oil leak.

Pass 18 Jan 2007 105,092 miles

exhaust very rusty.

n/s/f tyre edge worn.

Pass 19 Dec 2005 98,845 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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H757 JLE is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H757 JLE, 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 H757 JLE registered?

H757 JLE is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H757 JLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H757 JLE shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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