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J321 UPB

1991 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

41,272 mi
Last recorded41,272 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ321 UPB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 41,272 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 41,261 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2025 41,248 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

general corrosion to front and rear subframe

Pass 3 Apr 2024 40,863 miles

corrosion to both sills

corrosion to suspension components

corrosion to underneath of vehicle

exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2023 40,854 miles

corrosion to both sills

corrosion to suspension components

corrosion to underneath of vehicle

exhaust system corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2022 40,480 miles

corrosion to both front wings

corrosion to suspension components

corrosion to underneath

front brakes binding by hand

Pass 8 Feb 2021 40,468 miles

corrosion to both front seals

corrosion to suspension components

corrosion to underneath

Pass 7 Jun 2019 39,510 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer wing outer corroded

Offside Front Outer wing corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 39,507 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer wing outer corroded

Offside Front Outer wing corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 39,008 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,610 miles

Offside Front wing corroded

Nearside Front wing corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2016 38,166 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 38,161 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 37,935 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 37,596 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake pedal stiff

Pass 19 Jun 2013 37,212 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 36,950 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 36,127 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 36,108 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Both rear brake disc outer faces slightly pitted.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 35,579 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 35,579 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

clutch slave cylinder maybe leaking

nearside front brake sticking

Fail 10 Dec 2007 34,568 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 34,568 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 32,221 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 32,221 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2005 31,691 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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J321 UPB is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 J321 UPB, 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 J321 UPB registered?

J321 UPB is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 August 1991.

Is J321 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J321 UPB shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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