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J654 NPR

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

260,424 mi
Last recorded260,424 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ654 NPR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 260,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2021 260,383 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel Arch Corroded away (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel Arch Corroded away. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 258,088 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 238,988 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 238,988 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 221,686 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 204,800 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 193,890 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 175,650 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2014 156,315 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 138,259 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 124,072 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 111,379 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 101,557 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 82,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2008 67,783 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 65,934 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 64,208 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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J654 NPR is a 1991 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 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 J654 NPR, 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 J654 NPR registered?

J654 NPR is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J654 NPR safe to buy?

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