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J659 TEC

1991 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,550 mi
Last recorded87,550 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ659 TEC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 87,550 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 87,550 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 86,992 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 84,638 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 83,076 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 79,851 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 79,603 miles

underbody has been undersealed

Pass 27 Feb 2017 78,616 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 150,912 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 146,262 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 146,262 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 146,262 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 146,082 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 135,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 135,171 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 136,694 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 136,694 miles

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 122,223 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 122,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 May 2006 115,350 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 4 May 2006 115,350 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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J659 TEC is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J659 TEC, 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 J659 TEC registered?

J659 TEC is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J659 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J659 TEC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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