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J873 NLT

1991 Mazda MX5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,512 mi
Last recorded129,512 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX5119,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ873 NLT
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 129,512 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 129,512 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 123,553 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 118,008 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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J873 NLT is a 1991 Mazda MX5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 119,818 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J873 NLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Mazda MX5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J873 NLT registered?

J873 NLT is a 1991 Mazda MX5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J873 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J873 NLT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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