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J566 NSJ

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,062 mi
Last recorded121,062 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ566 NSJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 121,062 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 120,219 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 119,494 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 118,233 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIE LEG (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CASSIE LEG (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 116,438 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 113,406 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 110,496 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 107,188 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 104,714 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 102,453 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 100,012 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 96,187 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 94,903 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 94,903 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 92,246 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 91,580 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 89,730 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jun 2008 89,727 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J566 NSJ is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J566 NSJ, 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

How do I check the history of J566 NSJ?

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What year was J566 NSJ registered?

J566 NSJ is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 February 1992.

Is J566 NSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J566 NSJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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