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J609 TNF

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

3,281 mi
Last recorded3,281 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ609 TNF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 3,281 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 3,189 miles

Offside Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 2,982 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear parkbrake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 29 Sep 2020 2,821 miles

Offside Rear PARK BRAKE LOW EFFORT AND MAY NEED ADJUSTMENT

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 2,607 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 2,607 miles

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 2,095 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 1,200 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 811 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 1 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 98,302 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 93,612 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 12 Aug 2006 83,132 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 83,132 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 76,559 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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J609 TNF is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 J609 TNF, 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 J609 TNF registered?

J609 TNF is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J609 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J609 TNF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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