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J182 UNH

1991 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

162,177 mi
Last recorded162,177 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ182 UNH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 162,177 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 161,912 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 159,692 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 157,394 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 153,492 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 149,844 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 146,569 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2021 146,569 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 143,532 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 139,753 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 134,799 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 130,864 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 124,977 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 119,553 miles

rear light lenses tinted

Fail 19 Mar 2015 119,553 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

rear light lenses tinted

Pass 17 Mar 2014 113,446 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2013 109,034 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 106,299 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 101,780 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 96,501 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2010 96,493 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 92,591 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 89,614 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 85,552 miles

N/S side repeter slightly insecure .

N/S/F upper wishbone ball joint cover split .

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 76,760 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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J182 UNH is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 J182 UNH, 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.

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What year was J182 UNH registered?

J182 UNH is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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