CarVerify

Free Car Check

SIL 5229

1990 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

151,551 mi
Last recorded151,551 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIL 5229
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 151,551 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 151,489 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 151,465 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 149,605 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 31 May 2018 135,050 miles

BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKE FLEX FERRULES RUSTY

BOTH FRONT TRACK ROD END RUBBER BUSHES PERISHING

BOTH REAR DROP LINK BUSHES PERISHING

CORROSION NOTED TO FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION ARMS

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WEAR/PITTED

SMALL CRACKS TO FRONT REGISTRATION PLATE

Fail 31 May 2018 135,050 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side LOW PERFORMANCE (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side LOW PERFORMANCE (1.4.1 (a))

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

BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKE FLEX FERRULES RUSTY

BOTH FRONT TRACK ROD END RUBBER BUSHES PERISHING

BOTH REAR DROP LINK BUSHES PERISHING

CORROSION NOTED TO FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION ARMS

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE DISCS PITTED

SMALL CRACKS TO FRONT REGISTRATION PLATE

Pass 9 Jun 2017 134,837 miles

Both front and rear brake flex ferrules rusty

Corrosion to front and rear brake discs

O/s/f track rod arm bush perishing

Small cracks to front registration plate

Pass 7 Jun 2016 134,944 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 134,244 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 133,663 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 132,936 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 130,110 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 128,051 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s/f tyre perishing

Fail 28 Jul 2010 127,300 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 127,300 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 124,853 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 122,363 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 10 Jul 2007 119,665 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 117,164 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SIL 5229 is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SIL 5229, 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 SIL 5229?

You can check the full history of SIL 5229 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SIL 5229 registered?

SIL 5229 is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is SIL 5229 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIL 5229 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SIL 5229 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SIL 5229. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.