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J471 JOU

1992 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,949 mi
Last recorded41,949 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ471 JOU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 41,949 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 41,009 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 40,640 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 40,460 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 40,274 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 40,043 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 39,398 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 38,542 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 May 2015 38,542 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 38,533 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 37,789 miles

both front & nearside rear tyres perrished on outer side walls

Fail 30 May 2013 37,789 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

both front & nearside rear tyres perrished on outer side walls

Pass 26 Apr 2011 37,390 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 36,785 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 36,649 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 35,295 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 35,273 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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J471 JOU is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 J471 JOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J471 JOU registered?

J471 JOU is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J471 JOU safe to buy?

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