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H806 FNV

1990 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

195,729 mi
Last recorded195,729 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH806 FNV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 195,729 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 185,718 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded pipes running along offside front chassis ()

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

Fail 11 Oct 2024 185,717 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due too extreme engine rattle when revving (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded pipes running along offside front chassis ()

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 181,474 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 179,280 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 178,226 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 174,558 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 171,331 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 170,761 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 170,724 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 169,330 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 169,330 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 164,832 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 157,696 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 148,639 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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H806 FNV is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H806 FNV, 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 H806 FNV registered?

H806 FNV is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H806 FNV safe to buy?

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