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J731 RPF

1992 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

77,639 mi
Last recorded77,639 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ731 RPF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 77,639 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 77,166 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 76,884 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 74,644 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 70,914 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 70,473 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 69,893 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 69,619 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 67,334 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 63,578 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 63,401 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 62,882 miles

Advise:N/s/f wheel binding

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Aug 2010 62,295 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)

n/s/f wheel binding

both front tyres perished

Pass 5 Aug 2010 62,295 miles

n/s/f wheel binding

both front tyres perished

Pass 20 Jul 2009 61,593 miles

nearside and offside front tyres side walls cracked

Pass 24 Jun 2008 60,777 miles

nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 16 Feb 2007 60,052 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 59,487 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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J731 RPF is a 1992 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 94.4%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 116,364 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 J731 RPF, 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 34 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 J731 RPF registered?

J731 RPF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 February 1992.

Is J731 RPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J731 RPF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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