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J155 TFC

1992 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

182,847 mi
Last recorded182,847 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2008
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ155 TFC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2008 182,847 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 168,612 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 15 Sep 2006 155,030 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 155,030 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 130,014 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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J155 TFC is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J155 TFC, 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.

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What year was J155 TFC registered?

J155 TFC is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J155 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J155 TFC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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