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J5 LMX

1991 Mazda MX-5

Orange Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,474 mi
Last recorded6,474 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 LMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 6,474 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 6,387 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 6,187 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 6,125 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 5,900 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 5,714 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 5,606 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 5,537 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 5,433 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 5,256 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 5,079 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 4,878 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 4,805 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 4,709 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 3,769 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 3,496 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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J5 LMX is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Orange with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J5 LMX, 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

How do I check the history of J5 LMX?

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What year was J5 LMX registered?

J5 LMX is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 September 1991.

Is J5 LMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 LMX shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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