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A22 LJB

2018 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,714 mi
Last recorded26,714 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda MX-520,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 LJB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2026 26,714 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 22,453 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 17,043 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 14,007 miles

sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2022 10,728 miles

sill covers engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2021 7,710 miles

Under trays fitted to vehicle

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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A22 LJB is a 2018 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 20,192 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A22 LJB, 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 8 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A22 LJB?

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What year was A22 LJB registered?

A22 LJB is a 2018 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is A22 LJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 LJB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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