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SBZ 2366

1990 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,271 mi
Last recorded147,271 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBZ 2366
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 147,271 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 145,846 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 145,613 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 145,592 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 145,378 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 139,222 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 137,426 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 135,093 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 133,175 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 131,849 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 128,275 miles

some brake pipes coated in grease limiting inspection

Pass 27 Mar 2010 126,505 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

brake pipes graesed limiting inspection

Pass 4 Apr 2009 124,562 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 122,965 miles

all brakepipes coated in grease,nearside sill dented

Pass 14 Apr 2007 122,106 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 117,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SBZ 2366 is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SBZ 2366, 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

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What year was SBZ 2366 registered?

SBZ 2366 is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is SBZ 2366 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBZ 2366 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBZ 2366 have outstanding finance?

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