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J659 AVO

1992 Mazda 5

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,081 mi
Last recorded137,081 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ659 AVO
MakeMazda
Model5
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 137,081 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmisson (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s undersealed (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 127,909 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 127,909 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 121,982 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 119,268 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 119,108 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 117,153 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 118,684 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake holding on.

Pass 14 Sep 2018 117,153 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 115,566 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 112,860 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 112,860 miles

Rear fog lamp not working In the boot. (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 110,967 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 110,966 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 109,891 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 109,073 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 108,688 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 107,945 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 107,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 107,202 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 106,331 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 104,968 miles

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Fail 26 Feb 2008 102,950 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 102,950 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 100,021 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 94,254 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 5?

Based on 413,409 MOT tests across 26,269 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
26,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,283
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,696
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,218
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,761
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J659 AVO is a 1992 Mazda 5 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

The most common reason a Mazda 5 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 13,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J659 AVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 34 years old, this Mazda 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J659 AVO registered?

J659 AVO is a 1992 Mazda 5, first registered on 31 December 1992.

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