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J103 EWR

1991 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

79,129 mi
Last recorded79,129 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ103 EWR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 79,129 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 79,073 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 79,062 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 79,048 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 79,033 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 79,011 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 78,967 miles

slight contamination to brake discs

Pass 6 Aug 2018 78,928 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 78,898 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 78,795 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 78,446 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 78,358 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 78,063 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 78,063 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J103 EWR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J103 EWR, 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 J103 EWR registered?

J103 EWR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J103 EWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J103 EWR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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