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J522 JFM

1991 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

234,838 mi
Last recorded234,838 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ522 JFM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 234,838 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 228,718 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside front sill area . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 224,665 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 220,033 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 214,795 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 209,703 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 185/60r14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 205,853 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 196,344 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 185,355 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 181,761 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 175,697 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 175,697 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 168,420 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 161,816 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 155,733 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 146,741 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 139,110 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 80,575 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 80,570 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 128,798 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 128,798 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 23 Jul 2007 122,749 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 116,774 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 116,774 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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J522 JFM is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J522 JFM, 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 J522 JFM registered?

J522 JFM is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 1991.

Is J522 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J522 JFM shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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