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J8 GPH

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

122,596 mi
Last recorded122,596 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 GPH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 122,596 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 121,488 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 120,440 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 120,162 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 119,689 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 119,384 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 119,081 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 118,830 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 118,135 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 117,354 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 116,287 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 114,187 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 112,808 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 112,164 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 111,207 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 110,212 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 109,178 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 108,278 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 107,652 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 105,821 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 105,821 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 102,567 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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J8 GPH is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 J8 GPH, 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 J8 GPH registered?

J8 GPH is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 November 1991.

Is J8 GPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 GPH shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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