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TWM 19J

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

95,677 mi
Last recorded95,677 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWM 19J
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 95,677 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 95,677 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 95,033 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 94,282 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 92,431 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 89,626 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 89,626 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 89,625 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 89,371 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 86,640 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 85,914 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 85,489 miles

front position lamps incorporated in front indicators

Fail 23 Aug 2016 85,488 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

front position lamps incorporated in front indicators

Pass 7 Sep 2015 84,615 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 82,891 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 82,437 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside outer sill corroded but not excessively

Fail 29 Aug 2013 82,403 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both front tyres perished

offside rear outer sill corroded but not excessive

offside rear tyre badly perished

Pass 3 Sep 2012 81,240 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 81,209 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 78,902 miles

corrosion forming on inner sill panels

Pass 31 Aug 2010 77,965 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 77,964 miles

Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 74,651 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 68,283 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 64,530 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 60,372 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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TWM 19J is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 TWM 19J, 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 30 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 TWM 19J registered?

TWM 19J is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 August 1996.

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The MOT history for TWM 19J shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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