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J157 TNF

1992 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

83,873 mi
Last recorded83,873 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ157 TNF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 83,873 miles

all suspension components corroded

general under body corrosion

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025 80,122 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under body corrosion

suspension components corroded

Pass 17 May 2024 79,048 miles

Corrosion under vehicle

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All ball joints (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 76,838 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 76,529 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

extensive surface corrosion on suspension components

Fail 9 May 2019 76,526 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

extensive surface corrosion on suspension components

Pass 18 May 2016 76,309 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 75,175 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 75,171 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2013 73,577 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 73,571 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 72,493 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 72,490 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 71,411 miles

offside hand brake needs slight attention

Fail 7 Aug 2010 71,407 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 68,838 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front suspension turret under the bonnet showing signs of corrosion but not considered excessive at the time of test

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing low on the inner edges

Pass 24 May 2008 66,191 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 66,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2007 60,290 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 56,585 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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J157 TNF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J157 TNF, 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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J157 TNF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1992.

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