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J788 XCF

1992 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,768 mi
Last recorded148,768 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-5116,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ788 XCF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2024 148,768 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 146,418 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 145,216 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front ball joints dust covers perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

corrosion over rear under side of vehicle

Pass 20 Mar 2021 142,584 miles

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 140,712 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tires wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 139,776 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 138,400 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 138,370 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 134,648 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 12 Sep 2013 116,715 miles

Hazard switch in poor condition

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 100,038 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 83,924 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 81,202 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 80,954 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

small cut in n/s/f tyre wall not to cords

Pass 4 Aug 2008 77,770 miles

Centre Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 72,694 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 63,556 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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J788 XCF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J788 XCF, 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.

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What year was J788 XCF registered?

J788 XCF is a 1992 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 January 1992.

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