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J974 TNF

1991 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,139 mi
Last recorded143,139 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ974 TNF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 143,139 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 129,093 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2022 123,596 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 123,484 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 123,483 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2016 122,473 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 121,259 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 115,558 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 113,311 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 113,168 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 105,255 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 102,006 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 101,915 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 May 2005 90,328 miles
Fail 20 May 2005 89,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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J974 TNF is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 J974 TNF, 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.

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What year was J974 TNF registered?

J974 TNF is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J974 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J974 TNF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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