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OIB 2177

1990 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

64,517 mi
Last recorded64,517 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIB 2177
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 64,517 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 64,195 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 64,195 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 63,822 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 63,646 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 63,599 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 63,303 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 62,818 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 62,681 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 62,119 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 61,831 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 61,665 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 61,121 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 60,576 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 59,697 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 59,443 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 58,306 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 58,038 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 57,410 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 57,148 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 55,117 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 54,570 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 53,252 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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OIB 2177 is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1990 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 116,196 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 OIB 2177, 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 36 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OIB 2177?

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What year was OIB 2177 registered?

OIB 2177 is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is OIB 2177 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIB 2177 shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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