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TIL 3833

1991 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,888 mi
Last recorded184,888 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-5114,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIL 3833
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 184,888 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 184,835 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 179,361 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 175,827 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 174,264 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2022 174,179 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 173,093 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 168,885 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 168,782 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 149,973 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 149,973 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 119,187 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 115,705 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 115,628 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 115,153 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 114,399 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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TIL 3833 is a 1991 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 114,279 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 TIL 3833, 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 35 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 TIL 3833 registered?

TIL 3833 is a 1991 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is TIL 3833 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIL 3833 shows 16 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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