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J830 XCF

1991 Mazda MX-5

Purple Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

106,762 mi
Last recorded106,762 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ830 XCF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 106,762 miles

Vehicle modified

Pass 8 Sep 2016 99,385 miles

vehicle highly modified and lowered

Pass 26 Aug 2015 89,984 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 80,484 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 71,431 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 71,431 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 70,652 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 May 2012 70,652 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 70,568 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 70,050 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 70,050 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 69,585 miles

registration mark not displayed

Fail 12 Jun 2007 69,585 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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J830 XCF is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Purple with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J830 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 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 J830 XCF registered?

J830 XCF is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J830 XCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J830 XCF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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