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H896 DPN

1991 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,901 mi
Last recorded118,901 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH896 DPN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2026 118,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 184,005 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 183,782 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 183,664 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 183,297 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 181,766 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 177,837 miles

The o/s front brake is grabbing to the limit

Pass 26 Apr 2013 169,645 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 160,646 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 149,669 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 138,534 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 127,170 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 154,810 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 106,368 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 97,231 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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H896 DPN is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H896 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

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What year was H896 DPN registered?

H896 DPN is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H896 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H896 DPN shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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