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J878 MRL

1992 Mazda MX5

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,782 mi
Last recorded161,782 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX5120,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ878 MRL
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2016 161,782 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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J878 MRL is a 1992 Mazda MX5 in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 120,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J878 MRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Mazda MX5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J878 MRL registered?

J878 MRL is a 1992 Mazda MX5, first registered on 1 January 1992.

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