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HJZ 4856

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,385 mi
Last recorded62,385 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJZ 4856
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 62,385 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 61,962 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 61,387 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 60,618 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 60,245 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 59,647 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 59,113 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 58,513 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 57,591 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 56,964 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 56,126 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 54,019 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 53,186 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 52,395 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 48,984 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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HJZ 4856 is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 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 HJZ 4856, 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 34 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 HJZ 4856 registered?

HJZ 4856 is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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