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H981 XHM

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,148 mi
Last recorded97,148 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH981 XHM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 97,148 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 97,135 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 97,114 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 97,081 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 97,076 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014 97,076 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 96,966 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 96,924 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 96,693 miles

n/s outer sill heavy corrosion

n/s/f inner bay heavy corrosion (under headlight)

rear number plate

Fail 22 Oct 2010 96,256 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 96,256 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 94,627 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 90,418 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 87,274 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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H981 XHM is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 H981 XHM, 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 H981 XHM registered?

H981 XHM is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1990.

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The MOT history for H981 XHM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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