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J61 HCU

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

91,105 mi
Last recorded91,105 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ61 HCU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 91,105 miles

underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Fail 3 Sep 2025 91,105 miles

Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 3 Sep 2024 89,832 miles

underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 30 Aug 2023 88,537 miles

underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 14 Sep 2022 87,397 miles

nderside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 9 Sep 2021 85,861 miles

underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 9 Sep 2020 84,791 miles

underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 5 Sep 2019 83,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 5 Sep 2018 81,692 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 79,841 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 78,368 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 77,692 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 77,631 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 77,613 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 77,336 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 77,039 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 70,706 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 68,265 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 68,265 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 67,988 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 67,988 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 1 Aug 2007 67,899 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 67,899 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 66,587 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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J61 HCU is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 J61 HCU, 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

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What year was J61 HCU registered?

J61 HCU is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J61 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J61 HCU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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