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J971 UNC

1991 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

163,914 mi
Last recorded163,914 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ971 UNC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 163,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 163,551 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 163,018 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 162,057 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 161,432 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 160,678 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 159,137 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 157,870 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 156,498 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 155,500 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 152,900 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 150,015 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 146,499 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 138,265 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 131,476 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 126,423 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 126,423 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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J971 UNC is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J971 UNC, 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 J971 UNC registered?

J971 UNC is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J971 UNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J971 UNC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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