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J755 OPV

1991 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,288 mi
Last recorded68,288 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ755 OPV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 68,288 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 67,577 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 66,858 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 66,146 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 66,146 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 66,039 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre is cracking around edge of tread

Pass 25 Jun 2015 66,019 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 65,829 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 65,590 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 65,474 miles

High level stop light not working

Fail 17 Apr 2012 65,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

High level stop light not working

Pass 21 Apr 2011 65,355 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 65,041 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 63,965 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 62,707 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 62,383 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 62,383 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both front wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 2 Feb 2006 73,780 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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J755 OPV is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J755 OPV, 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

How do I check the history of J755 OPV?

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What year was J755 OPV registered?

J755 OPV is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J755 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J755 OPV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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