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VAZ 3802

1990 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,973 mi
Last recorded146,973 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Mazda MX-5116,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAZ 3802
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 146,973 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2026 146,973 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 146,453 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various spots (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 149,127 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 147,127 miles

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 139,163 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to Offside front flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from front joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 136,003 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2020 135,991 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 135,707 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s door mirror loose

Fail 4 Jul 2009 135,707 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s door mirror loose

Pass 12 Aug 2008 131,161 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 124,497 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 124,497 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 11,527 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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VAZ 3802 is a 1990 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VAZ 3802, 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 VAZ 3802 registered?

VAZ 3802 is a 1990 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is VAZ 3802 safe to buy?

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