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H823 DPN

1991 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

83,111 mi
Last recorded83,111 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH823 DPN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 83,111 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 83,004 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 82,793 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 82,582 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 82,322 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 82,129 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Apr 2019 82,128 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 81,903 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 81,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 81,000 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 80,520 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 80,517 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 80,340 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 80,340 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 79,355 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 79,355 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 77,698 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 74,902 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 74,300 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 72,160 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 71,688 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 71,004 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 70,621 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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H823 DPN is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 H823 DPN, 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 H823 DPN?

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What year was H823 DPN registered?

H823 DPN is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H823 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H823 DPN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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